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Job description
UV Cyber is hiring a Senior Information Systems Security Officer — a full-time, based in Bluemont, VA role. Apply directly on UV Cyber's careers page below.
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (Secret Clearance)
Team: Delivery- Federal
Location: Bluemont, VA
Commitment: Full-Time
Workplace Type: hybrid
UltraViolet Cyber is seeking to hire a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to lead the cybersecurity and compliance efforts for organizational IT and classified networks. They drive the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, manage system authorizations (ATO), conduct vulnerability assessments, and oversee continuous monitoring activities to ensure secure operations and regulatory compliance.
What You'll Do:
- System Authorization: Lead the development, review, and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs) and authorization packages.
- Risk & Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular security audits, oversee scanning operations (e.g., ACAS, Nessus), and manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for remediation.
- Continuous Monitoring: Implement security telemetry, manage patch statuses, and monitor system activities for anomalous behavior or potential threats.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure systems adhere to strict federal, Department of Defense (DoD), or Intelligence Community frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, FISMA).
- Incident Response & Configuration: Coordinate incident response, evaluate security impacts of system changes, and enforce access controls.
- Leadership & Advising: Provide strategic risk and compliance advice to system owners and Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), while mentoring junior ISSO staff.
What You've Done:
- US Citizenship is required
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related cybersecurity field. (Or 6 years of experience equivalency)
- Experience: 15+ years of professional information security or information assurance experience.
- Frameworks: Extensive working knowledge of the RMF, FISMA, and NIST frameworks.
- Certifications: Industry-standard credentials such as the CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+.
- Background Investigation: This role requires a federal background investigation. A current or prior DHS suitability is highly preferred.
- Clearance: An active Secret DoD clearance is required for this role.
What We Offer:
- 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
- Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
- Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
- 11 Paid Holidays Annually
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Information Systems Security Officer at UV Cyber?
The required skills for Senior Information Systems Security Officer at UV Cyber include: CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+.
What is the seniority level for Senior Information Systems Security Officer at UV Cyber?
Senior Information Systems Security Officer at UV Cyber is a Senior level position.
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