Information Systems Security Officer - Remote Job Details | NTT DATA Services

$77,040 - $160,500/Yr

NTT DATA - Herndon, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Herndon, VA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) role at NTT DATA involves supporting multiple systems within a large federal government agency. The position requires ensuring compliance with security controls, performing system certifications, and collaborating with a team of ISSOs to maintain the security posture of agency systems. The role is remote and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on security and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks related to system Certification and Accreditation, ensuring compliance with required security controls as defined by agency policies.
• Review system configurations to ensure compliance with agency hardening guidelines.
• Review proposed change requests related to system design/configuration and perform security impact analysis.
• Perform Ongoing Authorization tasks including system security plan updates, weakness remediation, and audit log reviews.
• Review system vulnerability scan reports monthly and track/address weaknesses in POA&Ms as needed.
• Create Authority to Test, Privacy Threshold Analysis, and Waivers.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree
• Minimum 7 years of ISSO experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in IT with a background in technology and secure technical implementations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with security compliance and associated industry/government standards.
• Minimum 3 years specific experience with NIST 800-53 policies.
• US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey messages clearly and concisely.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and re-prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in engineering IT systems (RedHat, Windows, Unix/Linux) and knowledge of current technologies.
• Ability to learn an application environment to update or create supported security documentation.
• 8570 IAT level II baseline certification or higher.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off