Cybersecurity Specialist

2 days ago


Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States Talascend Full time
Talascend Seeks Experienced Information Systems Security Officer

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team in Gaithersburg, Maryland. As an ISSO, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our information systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for mitigation.
  • Develop and maintain security documents, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessments, and other security-related documentation.
  • Lead incident response efforts and conduct investigations in the event of a security breach.
  • Collaborate with system owners, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure secure system design and operation.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and mitigation techniques.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in federal information system security as ISSO, security lead, or security engineer for complex systems.
  • Active certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, or CCSP.
  • Ability to obtain a government security clearance.
  • Strong understanding of FISMA, OMB regulations, and NIST security standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Incident response experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Windows, Linux, and networking platforms.
  • Experience deploying and customizing security tools to address threats and lower risk.

Talascend is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted.



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