Description
Help safeguard critical government systems by applying your hands-on ISSM/ISSO experience to security governance, risk evaluation, and compliance oversight.
As an Information Systems Security Officer at GDIT, you will leverage your background managing RMF controls, system documentation, and continuous monitoring activities to deliver thorough, accurate, and mission-focused security assessments.
This role is ideal for cybersecurity professionals who have previously served as an ISSM or ISSO and are seeking to transition into a dedicated risk, audit, and compliance position where they can influence security posture across multiple systems and programs.
Responsibilities
- Conduct security audits and RMF control assessments by applying your deep understanding gained through previous ISSO/ISSM responsibilities.
- Review, validate, and enhance security artifacts such as SSPs, POA&Ms, and continuous monitoring deliverables.
- Evaluate system security controls for effectiveness, sufficiency, and alignment with NIST 800-53, DoW requirements, and organizational policies.
- Work with ISSOs/ISSMs and technical teams to interpret findings, recommend remediation actions, and ensure timely closure of vulnerabilities.
- Analyze system changes, configuration updates, and vulnerability outputs to determine authorization impacts and risk-level adjustments.
- Support ATO maintenance by tracking assessments, evidence, and documentation needed for successful RMF lifecycle execution.
- Prepare and deliver clear, risk-focused briefings to system owners and stakeholders regarding audit findings and compliance status.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of additional work experience/training/education in lieu of a degree
- Experience: 3+ years of related experience as a prior ISSO/ISSM
- Certifications: IAT II (Security+, SSCP, CCNA Security)
- Technical skills: Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-53, DoW cybersecurity requirements, and control implementation/assessment practices. Familiarity with Windows/Linux environments, vulnerability tools, and security baselines.
- Security clearance: Must have an active Secret clearance
- US citizenship required
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
- 401K with company match
- Competitive pay and paid time off
- Flex work weeks and various paid time off plans
- Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance