Cyber & Information Security Officer

Job Title: Information System Security Officer (ISSO)Job Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None* * *
CACI is searching for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the DHS Headquarters. As an Information System Security Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and compliance of DHS HQs information systems. Your efforts will directly contribute to safeguarding DHSs mission-critical systems and data. The ISSO will serve as the single point of contact on all systems security matters, leading cybersecurity engineering efforts for assigned Program Management Organizations with direct support to the Compliance Branch Lead. The ISSO will execute complete Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities for Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions and ensure all security documentation is kept up to date.
The ISSO will execute complete Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities for Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions including system categorization, security control selection and implementation, self-assessments, POA&M development, and continuous monitoring. This position requires developing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs) including control baselines, inheritance, Business Impact Analyses, implementation statements, technical and system descriptions, and hardware and software inventories. The ISSO will create and maintain Configuration Management Plans, conduct Security Impact Analyses, approve Change Requests, and document the security impact of configuration changes. Responsibilities include developing and testing Contingency Plans and Incident Response Plans to ensure business continuity, as well as conducting annual risk assessments, supporting security assessments, and vulnerability assessments across assigned systems. The ISSO will maintain Hardware and Software Inventory Lists and conduct FISMA Scorecard Analysis. The ISSO will ensure proper access controls are implemented for system access, track and suggest technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from malicious attack, damage, or unauthorized access, and research and maintain proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding, and network and device security and encryption.

BS/BA + 8 years of applicable experience in information security
- 7+ years of experience in information security
- Demonstrated expertise in RMF, Information Security processes, audits, tools, implementation, FISMA, NIST, IT security
- Experience developing System Security Plans, POA&Ms, and Configuration Management Plans
- Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Experience supporting emergency operations or disaster response missions
- Knowledge of cloud security and FedRAMP authorization processes
- Experience with continuous monitoring and - What You Can Expect:
As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.