Information System Security Officer

Leidos UK

Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; bonus/equity: not...
Onsite
Active top secret/sci with polygraph clearance
Dod 8140 iat ii certification or higher
Risk management framework (rmf) expertise
The Information System Security Officer serves as the primary support for managing and technically administering information systems in accordance with strict internal and external security requirements

Job Summary

  • The Information System Security Officer serves as the primary support for managing and technically administering information systems in accordance with strict internal and external security requirements.
  • Candidates must currently hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a Polygraph to qualify for this role supporting the Chantilly, VA office.
  • Leidos seeks disruptive thinkers who can outpace the status quo by developing innovative solutions for complex security challenges in a constantly changing regulatory environment.

Matching Summary

The Information System Security Officer serves as the primary support for managing and technically administering information systems in accordance with strict internal and external security requirements.

Salary

Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance
  • DoD 8140 IAT II Certification or higher
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) expertise
  • NIST, ICD, and CNSS standards knowledge
  • DISA STIG implementation experience
  • ACAS/NESSUS vulnerability scanning tools
  • Splunk event gathering software usage

Nice-to-have

  • Security hardening automation experience
  • Agile development processes knowledge
  • DevOps tools like Jira and Bitbucket
  • Strong writing and verbal presentation skills
  • Mentoring engineers in cybersecurity practices
  • Adaptable to diverse office situations
  • Experience with SCIF standards

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 8-12 years experience or Master's with 6-10 years
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • Current DoD 8140 IAT II Certification (Security+)
  • Detailed understanding of RMF, NIST, ICD, and CNSS standards
  • Hands-on experience with DISA STIGs and compliance scanning tools

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship for TS/SCI clearance

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