Information System Security Officer

22 hours ago

ARLINGTON, United States Guidehouse Full time

Job Family:

Technology Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is seeking an Information System Security Officer who will be responsible for providing systems security support and IT project management for an information system for our federal client. As part of a Scaled Agile team, the Information Systems Security Officer is responsible for coordinating with multiple stakeholders to lead the System Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) process with the government, working closely with the government ISSO, to help achieve and maintain ATO certification of information systems. This also includes updating related systems documentation as needed.

Day-to-day responsibilities may include:

  • Reviewing and update SA&A ATO package, policy, and procedure documents and, related artifacts in accordance with applicable standards and regulations

  • Preparing and updating security documentation, and, working with the technical team (developers, system administrator), support the creation and maintenance of technical documentation

  • Performing rigorous assessments of IT controls using industry-standard guidance and leading practices

  • Performing walkthrough interviews and maintaining communication with a variety of client stakeholders, including system personnel such as system and database administrators

  • Requesting, obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing a variety of artifacts to assist in executing IT controls testing such as security plans, SOPs, system screenshots, and system configuration settings

  • Evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls using provided artifacts, industry-standard guidance, leading practices, and professional judgement

  • Testing and documenting the results of IT controls test work in a consistent and high-quality manner

  • Summarizing and communicating IT controls assessment results to a variety of client stakeholders, including senior leadership personnel

  • Planning and executing day-to-day activities of IT controls assessments

  • Working with client personnel to understand and analyze known IT control weaknesses, identify root causes, and develop detailed, robust remediation plans

  • Providing subject matter expertise to client personnel on all matters relating to IT controls and responding to ad-hoc IT controls requests from client personnel

  • Facilitate resolution of POA&M items and review various vulnerability scan reports


What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • THREE (3) years of experience related to IT Security, Information Security or Information Assurance and/or Cybersecurity


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Extensive experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and NIST 800-37 Rev 5

  • Experience creating and updating Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) artifacts such as Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA), FIPS 199, Contingency Plans (CP), Contingency Plan Tests (CPT), and System Security Plans (SSP)

  • Understanding of other security frameworks like FedRAMP, HIPAA, and ISO  2700x.

  • Individual should demonstrate knowledge and experience in IT risk and controls through IT audits, IT control assessments, and IT security reviews. It is desired that individual maintains a relevant certification such as the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or is eligible to attain certification

  • Individual should demonstrate a working knowledge of FISMA, NIST SP 800 series, FISCAM, and other relevant Federal information assurance laws, regulations, and guidance. Experience performing FISMA, or similar internal control assessments and remediating and implementing IT controls is beneficial

  • Understanding of Zero Trust, Cyber Mandates and emerging technology such Artificial Intelligence (AI)

  • Working knowledge of client Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) tools such as Archangel, CSAM, etc.

  • At least one of the following certifications: Security +, CISSP, SSCP, CISM

  • Understanding and knowledge of federal information security and assurance laws, requirements, and guidance (i.e. FISMA, NIST SP 800, FISCAM)

  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate the System Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) process to achieve/maintain ATO certification – coordinating with the ISSO, authorizing officials, engineers, system administrators, and product owners

  • Demonstrated experience facilitating meetings, interfacing with stakeholders, and creating, analyzing, and/or updating system security documentation to support A&A requirements

  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and adapt to changing environments

  • Demonstrated ability to offer solutions and convey the business impact to clients in a clear and concise manner


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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