Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) (Onsite)

About the job

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing seeks a cybersecurity professional to serve as an ISSO in Sterling, VA. The ISSO will help execute the cybersecurity program as various USG doctrines require, including the ICD 503, DAAG, JSIG and supplemental guidance. The selected candidate will sustain and positively contribute to our cybersecurity program by successfully:

• Requires TS/SCI Clearance with Poly
• Experience with various information system security assessment/hardening tools - SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, Rapid 7, Nessus, etc.
• Developing and updating RMF documents, including SSPs, Addendums, POAMs, SCTMs, SOPs, ConOps, test plans, etc.
• Performing initial and annual general/privileged user training and associated functions
• Performing technical security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential deficiencies as part of the continuous monitoring program
• Conducting system audits, system baseline validations, and ConMon activities
• DoDD 8570/8140 IAM Level 2 professional certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISSM, etc.)
• Practitioner knowledge of wide and local area networks, including servers, workstations, routers, switches, and firewalls

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards. Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. *