IT Security ISSO Specialist (15.10)

OCT Consulting, LLC is an SBA-certified, 8(a) small business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.

OCT is currently looking for an IT Security ISSO Specialist.  This position is contingent upon contract award.

The ideal candidate will have experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on a software development and integration program; as well as, experience with current security tools, hardware/software security implementation,

communication protocols, and encryption techniques/tools.

Role:

• Identify key stakeholders in Assessment & Authorization (A&A) efforts and ensure system

documentation reflects current system security configurations to include hardware and

software components, data flow, interconnections, and ports, protocols, and services, etc.

• Maintain cybersecurity procedures and processes as assigned.

• Analyze, interpret, and apply Federal cybersecurity guidance to customer needs.

• Communicate the security posture of systems through a designated reporting mechanism.

• Assist in preparation and review documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk

Assessment Reports (RAR), and other A&A artifacts.

• Assist in the research and address information security issues as required, and develop and

maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and support remediation activities.

• Develop and advise development of A&A artifacts and security documentation to include, but

not limited to System Security Plans (SSP), POA&M, Contingency Plan, Incident Response Plan,

Configuration Management Plan.

• Assist with pre-assessment preparation.

• Perform RMF activities to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO).

• Perform continuous monitoring of security controls to ensure that they are implemented

correctly, operating as intended, and producing the desired outcome with respect to meeting

the cybersecurity requirements for assigned IT systems.

• Advise system owners on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of assigned

IT systems.

• Strong verbal and written skills required providing management status reports and document

system changes.

• Analyze problems and provide focused solutions to effectively communicate information to

various audiences verbally and through written communications.

Requirements

Requirements:

• 7+ years experience with ISSO or A&A support.

• Proficient in all steps in the NIST RMF framework.

• In-depth knowledge of current security tools.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• At least one of the following certifications: CRISC,CAP, GIAC, GSLC, CISM, CISSP, or CASP

• Current Public Trust Clearance

Benefits

Benefits

 The position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:

●      Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

●      Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer contributions.

●      Paid Time Off

●      Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits

●      Training Benefits

Salary: $100,000-125,000 to commensurate with experience, education, etc. 

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority-owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional services and Information technology solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations led by a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major federal government agencies.

OCT was founded on the balanced business principles of structure with agility; innovation with purpose; and effort with value. We have created a collaborative, fulfilling, inspiring, and transparent environment that values diverse perspectives. We continually challenge ourselves to find new and better ways to do what we do, looking outward to build on industry best practices and emerging tools while creating space for all ideas. Join our team. Bring your ideas to our important work.