Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

IT Concepts (ITC) is an 8(a) SDVOSB founded on the concepts of customer-centric, driven to deliver, teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Founded in 2003, ITC was established with a simple yet important promise to “deliver solutions that work”. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts is looking for an Information Systems Security Officer. (ISSO). The ISSO will support the Defense Intelligence Agencies security efforts related to risk management, governance, policy, program management, technology, architecture, incident response, contingency planning, continuous monitoring, workforce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53 Revision (Rev.) 4 & 5 security controls.

The ISSO will conduct research, develop, implements, test, and review applications information security in accordance with Department of Defense National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF _ requirements in order to protect information and prevent unauthorized access. In this role, the officer will direct the contracting team regarding security measures, explain potential threats, implement security measures, and monitor applications in order to meet or exceed all DoD/NIST RMF requirements, resulting in faster and more accurate software releases.

• Responsible for conducting research, developing, implementing, and reviewing application information security in accordance with DoD/National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) RMF+ requirements to protect information and prevent unauthorized access.
• Direct the contracting team on security measures, explain potential threats, implement security measures, and monitor applications to meet or exceed all DoD/NIST RMF+ requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or 10 years of comparable work experience.
• Possesses DOD 8570 certification in IAT or IAM (CompTIA Security+, CISSP).
• Desired skills include up to 10 or more years of ISSE experience.
• Must have subject matter expert (SME) level of familiarity with RMF+ and DevSecOps System Security Assessment and Authorization as defined by ICD 503, Intelligence Community Information Technology Systems Security Risk Management, Certification and Accreditation.
• Candidate must be analytical and able to troubleshoot and prioritize needs, requirements and other issues.
• Aside from technical skills, prospective candidates should have excellent communication, teamwork, leadership and conflict management skills.
• Possesses ability to meet and operate under deadlines.
• Knowledge and experience with DevSecOps and cloud experience are highly preferred.
• TS/SCI required. Must be willing to sit and able to pass a CI Poly exam.

Benefits

The Company:

• Founded in 2003, IT Concepts was established with a simple yet important promise to “deliver technology concepts that work.” This founding principle, which permeates throughout our team and company culture, has propelled ITC to the upper echelons of the industry. With award-winning services and unflinching dedication to country and clients, ITC remains committed to teamwork, innovation, and collaboration.
• We’re an SBA 8(a) and CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business focused on providing best in class IT Services, Management Consulting, and Data Services Solutions to our clients.
• We’re ISO 27001:2013, ISO 20000-1:2011, and ISO 9001:2015 certified and have CMMI DEV and SVC ML3 ratings
• We’ve been named part of: Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in 2016, 2018, 2020 and 2021; Washington Business Journal’s Fastest Growing Companies in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019; Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019.
  

The Employer:

• We offer great benefits – Competitive Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, 401(k) with company matching.
• We invest in our employees – Every employee is provided with a stipend to invest in certifications, a master’s degree, or even a doctorate.
• We work hard, we play hard -Nationals Games, Happy Hours, Holiday events, philanthropic endeavors, etc…at ITC we enjoy working together but also take time to connect with each other and our community through various events and activities.
  

IT Concepts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and/or employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.