We are seeking a driven ISSO Specialist to join our high calibre team at Aquila Technology in Lexington, MA.
Growing your career as a Full Time ISSO Specialist is a promising opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in attention to detail, emotional intelligence and have the right vision for the job, then apply for the position of ISSO Specialist at Aquila Technology today!
ISSO Specialist Clearance Level: Secret At Aquila Technology, you will see our team's passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.
About the Role: Aquila is seeking an ISSO Specialist to join our team in supporting one of the country's premier defense research organizations. The right candidate will provide information systems security support to a key research and development division supporting intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) and tactical missions.
There are a few requirements for the position: Must be a U.S Citizen (Green Cards / Visas do not qualify) Willingness to undergo a comprehensive background investigation and maintain a personal security clearance. (Aquila would sponsor you for the security clearance.) Reside within 100 miles of Lexington, Massachusetts. What You'll Do: The candidate must be knowledgeable in computer security principles, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and Defense Security Service (DSS) Assessment and Authorization Manual (DAAPM). The candidate must have strong technical skills and be able to respond to off-hours emergencies.
What You'll Bring: 5 years of Compliance & Auditing Currently holds a Secret Clearance (OR a higher clearance)5 years of DoD Experience 5 years of Regulatory & Compliance 5 years of DISA STIGs/SCAP 5 years Conduct network, system, and application vulnerability scanning/configuration assessment/remediation 5 years of Assisting in the security configuration and management of collateral classified/unclassified systems 5 years of Collect, analyze, and store system audit records 5 years of ISSO experience 5 years of Risk Management Framework (RMF)5 years of Experience with common configuration management tools 5 years of Operating Systems: Linux, Windows, VMware Working Knowledge of the Following: Assist in the security configuration and management of collateral classified and unclassified systems and networks in a variety of traditional and virtual environments, including Linux, Unix, Solaris, and Windows Assist divisional ISSM and System Administrators in developing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSP) and associated artifacts such as the Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), Risk Assessment Report, and Continuous Monitoring Strategy.
Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with the Risk Management Framework security policies and procedures.
Collect, analyze, and store system audit records.
Conduct network, system, and application vulnerability scanning, configuration assessment, and remediation.
Prepare for and participate in periodic organization compliance assessments.
Ensure account management documentation is complete and updated.
Maintain configuration management documentation (change tracking, maintenance logs, etc.) And These Skills are a Bonus: Possess Security 8570/8141 compliance certification or be able to obtain one within 6 months of hire. Experience with ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, OpenRmf, or McAfee EPO Our interview process is designed to let you get to know us as much as for us to get to know you! You'll meet with someone from our Recruiting team so we can learn more about you and answer some of your questions. You'll meet with the Hiring Manager to learn more about the team, the role, and get to tell us more about what you'd bring to the team You'll meet team members who will be your peers to help you get a feel for a "real day in the life" at Self. Benefits and Perks: Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include: PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year's, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment Tuition & Training Reimbursement - 5K annually for pre-approved, job-related tuition, certification, or professional conferences 401K with Fidelity 100% immediate vesting; Plan eligibility begins 90 days following the date of hire. Aquila matches 50 cents on the dollar, up to 6%. Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. By Your Own Device (BYOD) Allowance Reimbursed up to $1500 for the purchase of a qualified technology device. Eligible after 90 days of employment, and benefit renews every three years. Location: Lexington, MA
Work Schedule: This position is predominantly onsite. The position will be onsite at least 4 days per week, with 1 day remote, depending on the program work. Must be within commutable distance of Lexington, MA.
Clearance: The candidate must have an active secret clearance and be able/willing to obtain a Top Secret clearance after the assignment begins. Active Top Secret would be a huge plus.
Travel: None
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Benefits of working as a ISSO Specialist in Lexington, MA:
? Career Growth Potential
? Professional Development Opportunities
? Generous Compensation
