ISSO - Peraton
Herndon, VA
About the Job
Responsibilities
Join Peraton as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) and Shape the Future of National Security!
Are you ready to take your cybersecurity career to the next level? At Peraton, we don’t just support our customers – we partner with them to protect and secure the nation’s most critical information. We're looking for a driven and skilled Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our dynamic team and support an Intelligence Community customer in the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region.
As an ISSO at Peraton, you’ll be at the forefront of cybersecurity, ensuring that information systems maintain a robust security posture and continue to meet the highest standards in national security. You’ll work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with government stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping the future of our cybersecurity programs.
What You'll Do:
- Be the Security Advocate: Work closely with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to drive information assurance initiatives, including security authorization activities, compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) policies, and the development of System Security Plans (SSPs).
- Strengthen Our Defense: Perform Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) reviews, self-assessments, and participate in Assessment & Authorization (A&A) testing to ensure our systems stay secure and compliant.
- Stay Ahead of Threats: Analyze system audit logs for unusual activity, conduct vulnerability assessments, and implement mitigation strategies to protect against potential risks.
- Shape Security Policy: Use your expertise to apply a comprehensive range of cybersecurity policies, principles, and techniques to maintain the integrity of systems processing classified information.
- Drive Risk Management: Perform risk analysis for system changes, contribute to the Risk Management Framework process, and recommend security solutions to address any identified gaps.
- Collaborate with Experts: Partner with government customers to support Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities, manage security incidents, and ensure timely vulnerability remediation.
- Maintain Security Documentation: Ensure all system documentation is up to date in government record-keeping systems like Xacta.
- Oversee Configuration Management: Manage changes to security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware to maintain system security.
Why Peraton?
At Peraton, you'll join a team where your skills, ideas, and growth are supported every step of the way. We value our people, encourage their professional development, and empower them to make a difference. When you join Peraton, you’re not just taking a job – you’re stepping into a career where you’ll work alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry, tackling missions that matter.
Take the next step in your career and make a real impact on national security. Apply today to become an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at Peraton and help us protect the nation’s most vital information!
Qualifications
Required:
- Active TS/SCI or SCI eligibility and active polygraph or ability to obtain a polygraph
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree and 6 years of relevant expereince. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- 6+ years of experience in IA/security roles, with a strong understanding of OMB information security directives and policy compliance.
- Security+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent certifications (DoD 8570 IAM Level 2 equivalent).
- At least 5 years of experience with FISMA, NIST, and OMB federal information system requirements.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate security concepts and policies.
Desired:
- Experience shaping policies and programs for Federal or DoD information security initiatives.
- Knowledge of NIST guidelines (SP 800-37, 800-53, 800-53A) and proven experience in Security Control Assessment.
- Hands-on risk assessment experience that incorporates system/mission requirements and operational constraints.
- Splunk experience to enhance your threat detection capabilities.
- Understanding of FISCAM compliance, with familiarity in managing risk for federal systems.
- Cloud experience with AWS is a plus.
- Xacta experience is highly desirable for security documentation and compliance management.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
