Information System Security Officer (ISSO) (Onsite)

US-VA-STERLING-291 ~ 22640 Davis Dr ~ DAVIS, US

Full-time

Onsite

$76K/yr - $144K/yr

Entry, Mid Level

RTX is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join their team in Sterling, VA. This role is responsible for implementing and enforcing security compliance directives, overseeing cybersecurity needs for sensitive engineering programs, and maintaining system security plans.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for designated information system compliance at system level; including but not limited to technical configuration analysis, change control facilitation, hardware/software management, audit and inspections, incident response and troubleshooting, etc
Responsible for the System Security Plan maintenance
Sitting member on Change Control boards, providing technical and compliance related
Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and provide security training and guidance
Collect, review, document, and archive security event logs, reports and files in accordance with the System Security Plan (SSP), reporting any anomalies. Monitor and analyze all available resources that track user activity, provide warnings of system vulnerabilities, and provide system performance information in accordance with cybersecurity plans and policies
Manage the tracking, accounting, safeguarding, and disposition of material assets associated with the secure systems
Communicate with customers in regard to secure system status and security posture
Possess and maintain technical competence and a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions

Qualification

Required

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Must at minimum possess a DOD Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain a TS clearance as required
DoD 8570-compliant industry certification at IAM Level I (Security +)

Preferred

Desired certifications: CGRC, CASP+, Cisco (CCNA), CISSP, CISM
Knowledge and/or experience with NIST SP 800-series RMF framework and guidelines
Knowledge and/or experience with STIGs, SCAP, Splunk or other system hardening and compliance, vulnerability assessment, and/or SIEM tools
Willingness to learn new technologies & take on new projects to grow experience
Ability to work in a high energy, fast paced environment, able to adapt to changing business needs
Highly self-directed and able to learn quickly with a strong ability to drive and deliver results
Comfort working with minimal daily supervision and to balance numerous priorities
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, in a fast-paced environment of rapidly changing demands

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
Adoption Assistance.
Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.