Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) w/ Poly ...

Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow. We''re invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It''s our challenge as human beings, too. That''s why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships. At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world''s greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world. Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow Your Impact: Jacobs is currently interviewing TS/SCI w/Poly candidates for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supporting our government customer in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. DUTIES/TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for maintaining and enforcing approved security policies, standards and guidelines. * Develop system security documentation in support of authorization and continuous monitoring under the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) * Coordinate with DAOs, System Owners, SAs and Devs for Security relevant changes to SSPs * Monitor and maintain SSPs for hardware and software changes * Participate in a wide range of security issues including architectures, firewalls, and network access * Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with internal security policies and practices outlined in the System Security Plan * Ensure that all system users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, and need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access * Research and report on CSIRs * Review audit events for information systems and address events/incidents that occur with stakeholders * Ensure all information system security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals * Maintain records, outlining required patches/system upgrades that have been accomplished throughout the information system''s life cycle * Update Biscotti by coordinating with SAs and reporting IAVA status * Create and maintain Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) as required * Ensures that all systems and networks are compliant and in scope of current accreditation * Participate in internal and external security audits/inspections * Works with program system administrators on security matters Here''s What You''ll Need: QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. * 4 years of additional experience as an ISSO may be substituted for a Bachelor''s Degree. * 10 years'' experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required * Thorough understanding of the RMF process (Risk Management Framework) * Highly Experienced with XACTA, LatteArt, Biscotti, and STE/STN * Working knowledge of DoDI 8500.2 Information Assurance * Thorough understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-39, and NIST 800-37 * Familiar with Nessus * Experience in evaluating, testing, certification and accreditation of classified, manage attribution, and sensitive but unclassified information systems * Able to apply current computer security technologies and IA requirements to maintain system security posture * DOD 8570 IAT Level 3 compliance (i.e., CISSP, CASP) Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language .

Created: 2025-11-15