Isso (Information System Security Officer)

Armison Tech is a minority owned small business, established in 2012, located in the Northern Virginia area. We're a company predominantly focused on cyber security for our government customers yet our expertise in other areas include big data analytics, instructional design, information management, and computer network infrastructure. We invest in our employees careers by participating in cutting edge cyber security training and attending industry leading conferences. As a small business we offer flexibility and powerful benefits supporting our most important assets, our employees and their families.Armison Tech is constantly searching for exceptionally qualified technology professionals who would make a great addition to our team. Our staff, just like our clients and the work we do, is what makes Armison Tech a truly effective partner. As we help each of our new employees make adjustments to our operational methods, we make sure every professional is able to handle the workload of each project by resolving any relevant concerns or issues they may have relating to this recent career shift.Our hiring process seeks to accentuate the raw talent and skill-set of our team members. Along with the importance of experience and education, Armison Tech looks for the superior analytical and communication ability that separates our employees from what we’ve seen while working with some similar companies. Individuals we employ must have a demonstrated ability to excel in high-pressure situations which have a real impact on the modern world so we can continue to keep pace with the competition and the evolving fields of technology.Currently we have an immediate need to add an experienced:Network Engineer (ISSO)
Location: Chantilly, VA (on-site client environment)
Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Compensation: Competitive, Excellent BenefitsOnly applicants with the active required security clearance and are U.S. Citizens will be reviewed.Warnings about cyber threats are everywhere and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to the intelligence community. In all of this "cyber noise", how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you - an information security risk specialist who will break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.As an Network Engineer on our team, you'll use your experience to work help your team discover their cyber risks, understand policies, and develop a mitigation plan. You'll work with your client to translate security concepts, so they can make the best decisions to secure their mission critical systems.The appropriate candidate should have experience with the following:

• Must maintain active/current TS/SCI with a polygraph clearance.
• 5+ years with a BS OR 7+ years without a BA/BS in a technical discipline. 
• Demonstrated experience with Authority and Accreditation (A&A) and C&A packages needed to obtain security approvals for system deployments into production state.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing assessment reports and assisting projects in identifying security risks, including technical and non-technical.
• Experience developing effective mitigation strategies, including Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Demonstrated experience assuring that system components and software applications adhere to continuous monitoring and compliance with security assessments and controls.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing and authoring System Security Plans (SSP's), security requirements, and other supporting documentation for the A&A process.
• Ability to write and review NIST 800-53 controls.
• Experience running and interpreting Rapid7 Scans.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Armison Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.