Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Responsibilities

Peraton islooking foranexperiencedInformation System Security Officer (ISSO)to join our teamon theBrand NewAir Traffic Control System (BNATCS). The ideal candidate willhaveexperience supportingNIST andFedRAMP lifecycle activities;have regularly interfaced with senior government leadership,authorizingofficials, program managers, and technical teams to communicateinformationsystemcybersecurityrequirements,posture, risk impacts, compliance status,etc.; andhave ademonstrative history ofsupportinginformationsystem authorization efforts, continuous monitoring activities, and audit readiness initiatives while maintaining mission continuity.

Day to Day Work Responsibilities:

• Work closely under the supervision oftheGovernance Risk and Compliance(GRC)Lead,and withsystem engineers, architects, andother security personnel withinthePeratonNational AirspaceSector(NAS)to ensureinformation systemcontrolmeasures aretailored, documented,implemented,operatingas intended, and producing desired results

• Support authorization activitiesbydeveloping,maintaining,andcontrollinginformationsystemsecurityplan (SSP)documentationin accordance withfederal guidelines. This documentationincludes, butisnot limited to: ContingencyPlans,Disaster Recovery Plans,Incident Response Plans, Standard Operating Procedures, Plan of Actions and Milestones, Remediation Plans, Configuration Management Plans, otherchecklists, templates, and tools to aid inSecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A)processes

• Conductinformationsystemsecurity control reviews,producedocumented findings,andrecommendremediation efforts

• Monitorinformationsystem security posture and coordinatevulnerability remediation with technical teams

• Produce, track,and manage Plan of Action and Milestone(POA&M)corrective actions from identificationthrough closure

• Review system changes for security impact and ensureprocess andcompliance requirementsareaddressed

• Support internal and external audits by preparinginformation systemartifacts and responding toauditorinformation requests

• Assistwith incident reporting and security event coordination

• Collaboratewith cross-functional teams to integratecybersecurity requirements into operational processes

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degreewith8+ yearsof experience, Master's degree with 6+ YoE, or Ph.D. with 3+ YoEin anInformation System Security Official(ISSO)role for one or more governmentinformation systems

• Strong experience working with Federal Information Processing (FIPS), FISMA, FedRAMP andothercybersecurity related laws,regulationsand directives

• Well versed indeveloping, documenting,maintaining,and shepherdinginformation system security plans (SSPs)through all phases of the NIST Risk Management FrameworkfromPrepareandCategorizethroughAuthorizeandMonitor

• Self-motivated and tenacious about cybersecurity with the ability to work effectivelyunder pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills and ability todemonstratesound judgment, integrity, and strong problem-solving skills
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a FAA suitability background investigation
• This is a 100% on-site position; Candidates must be local and willing to commute to our Chantilly/Herndon, VA or Bowie, MD locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree inInformationTechnology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or relatedITfield

• One or more of the following professional certifications: CISA, CRISC, CISM, or CISSP

• In-depth knowledge ofFAA’sSecurity Policy1370.121B and 1600.75 and understandsDOT and FAASecurity Policies

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.