Jr. Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Tyto Athene is searching for a Jr. Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support one of our law enforcement customers in Washington, DC. The candidate will ensure that security requirements for information systems meet FISMA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update security authorization packages in accordance with the client's requirement and compliant with FISMA. Core documents that the candidate will be responsible for are the System Security Plan, Risk Assessment Report, Security Assessment Plan and Report, Contingency Plan, Incident Response Plan, Standard Operating Procedure, Plan of Actions and Milestones, Remediation Plans, Configuration Management Plan, etc.
• Develop and maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones and support remediation activities
• Validate protective measures for physical security are in place to support the system security requirements
• Maintain an inventory of hardware and software for the information system
• Develop, coordinate, test, and train on Contingency Plans and Incident Response Plans
• Perform risk analyses to determine cost-effective and essential safeguards
• Support Incident Response and Contingency activities
• Perform security control assessment in using NIST 800-53A
• Conduct independent scans of the application, network, and database (where required)
• Provide continuous monitoring to enforce client security policy and procedures and create processes that will provide oversight into the following activities for the system owner
• Coordinate with multiple stakeholders to complete mandatory agency data calls in a timely manner
• The ISSO should be intimately familiar with some aspects of the following
• Federal Government Information Assurance policies and regulations to include OMB requirements, FISMA, and NIST 800 series
• OMB A-123 circular; OMB A-130 circular; FIPS 140, 199, 200, 201; NIST SP 800-18, 37 Revision 1, 39, 53 Revision 3 and 4, 53A Revision 1, 60 Volumes 1 and 2, 800-64 Revision 2, 137, 144, 147; CNSS 1253 and risk management methodologies
• Network, network protocols, routers, and switches and how they interact with automated vulnerability assessment tools, open-source vulnerability assessment tools, and techniques used for evaluating security controls on Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems, networking devices, databases, and web servers
• Developing custom assessment scripts
• Network Security Architecture
  

Required

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in functional responsibility
• Minimum Education Bachelor’s Degree
• Understanding and knowledge of FISMA, NIST, and SPA&A process
• Proficiency in writing technical analysis reports
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Critical thinking
• Strategy development
• Balancing security requirements with mission needs
• Good judgment and business acumen
• Legislative branch experience a plus
  
  
  

Clearance

• US Citizen with Public Trust eligibility required
  
  
  

Location

• Hybrid with on-site in Washington DC a couple days a week.
  
  
  

Compensation

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary for this role is $75,000-$95,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.
  
  
  

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?

Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.