Information Systems Security Officer — Linthicum, MD at

About Peraton

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. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our employees serve as valued partners to essential government agencies and support every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges our customers face every day.

About the Role

We are hiring a Part-time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our Cyber Mission business unit in Fort Meade, Maryland. In this role, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a part-time position requiring 940 hours of support per year, with work performed directly at the customer site.

As an ISSO, you will be a key partner in maintaining the operational security posture of critical information systems. Your day-to-day work involves coordinating and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies. You will evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information and perform vulnerability and risk assessment analyses to support certification and accreditation efforts. Additionally, you will prepare and review essential documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP), Risk Assessment Reports, and Certification and Accreditation packages, ensuring full compliance with customer Information System Certification and Accreditation Process (NISCAP) and DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP).

Hiring Process & Application

The application period for this role is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be adjusted based on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in both the role and the company. During the review process, selected candidates may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify their identity. Please note that applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, and other characteristics protected by law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Corporate Boulevard, Hock Business Park, Linthicum, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 21090, United States

Linthicum, Maryland

Key Responsibilities

check_circleMaintain operational security posture to ensure compliance with established security procedures
check_circleEvaluate security solutions to verify they meet requirements for processing classified information
check_circlePerform vulnerability and risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation
check_circleSupport security authorization activities in compliance with NISCAP and DIACAP processes
check_circlePrepare and review System Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, and Certification packages
check_circlePropose, coordinate, implement, and enforce information systems security policies and standards

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline and 15 years of relevant experience (or 19 years without degree)
verifiedExperience with NISCAP and DIACAP processes
verifiedDoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level I or higher
verifiedActive TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Nice to Have

Experience with H/W inventory and change log updates, System personnel & change log updates for Security Relevant Changes (SRC), STE/STN Activities, and System Owner updates. XACTA experience including S/W inventory, System records updates, Notice review, SSP Reviews/Reauthorization/Publish, Contingency planning/testing, Scan Review, and POA&M reviews. Familiarity with GateKeeper, CASPORT, and SEAR.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleEmployee assistance program (EAP)Parental leave

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Niscap, Diacap, SSP, Risk Assessment, Vulnerability Assessment, Encryption, Communication Protocols, Hardware/software Security, Xacta, Gatekeeper.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (experience substitution allowed).

Frequently asked questions about Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton

What does a Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton do?expand_more

A Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton is responsible for the following: Maintain operational security posture to ensure compliance with established security procedures; Evaluate security solutions to verify they meet requirements for processing classified information; Perform vulnerability and risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation; and Support security authorization activities in compliance with NISCAP and DIACAP processes.

What are the requirements for this Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance role?expand_more

Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline and 15 years of relevant experience (or 19 years without degree); Experience with NISCAP and DIACAP processes; DoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level I or higher; and Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

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Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in Corporate Boulevard, Hock Business Park, Linthicum, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 21090, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Peraton has listed this Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance role as on-site.

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Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 15+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton include Niscap; Diacap; SSP; Risk Assessment; Vulnerability Assessment; Encryption; Communication Protocols; and Hardware/software Security.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (experience substitution allowed).

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Part Time Enterprise Infrastructure Services Information Systems with Security Clearance at Peraton is part of the part time job category on Recrutus.