Remote Senior Information Systems Security Officer

Description:

• Dev Technology Group is seeking a Senior Information Security Specialist to join a mission-oriented team supporting applications deployed in AWS.
• The ISSO will coordinate information technology security regulations and requirements, ensuring compliance with all policies and best practices.
• Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining security documentation such as Security Plans and Contingency Plans.
• The role involves identifying and addressing weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and findings, and preparing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), waivers, and accepted risk processes as necessary.
• The ISSO will conduct interviews and table-top exercises to ensure the implementation of security measures.
• Advising on processes that align with the Risk Management Framework is a key duty.
• The position requires conducting annual Contingency Plan Testing and developing security controls based on FISMA and NIST 800-53 guidelines.
• Coordination with IT leads from partner agencies/components to identify collaboration opportunities in IT capabilities is essential.
• The ISSO will report IT security incidents according to established procedures and provide development teams with weekly security reports.
• Responsibilities also include developing and implementing Authority to Operate, conducting IT audits, and providing security guidance to project development teams.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree is required for this position.
• Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience securing government IT systems.
• A strong working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) is necessary.
• Experience providing security guidance to systems deployed in AWS is required.
• The ability to work collaboratively as well as manage individual tasks is essential.
• Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the technical components of an information system environment.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral, are required.

Benefits:

• Employees enjoy a generous and flexible time-off policy.
• Flexible work schedules and telework options are available, including remote work for eligible projects.
• Career development opportunities include a mentorship program, technical and management training through Dev University, hands-on learning through DevLab, tuition reimbursement, and paid training opportunities.
• The company offers industry-leading benefits, including a choice of two health plans that cover dental and vision, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, life insurance, and more.
• There is a 401K matching program with immediate vesting and end-of-year profit sharing.
• Regular team and company social events are organized, including an annual party, happy hours, and fitness challenges.
• The company emphasizes community engagement through support activities, employer matching for donations, and time off for volunteer efforts.