Our staff provides cyber security support to the Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration.

We are seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support and contribute to our government customer's success in Albuquerque, NM!

In this role, you will serve as a Principal Adviser on all matters involving the security of Information Systems (IS). You will have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and be assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of the systems. You will assist in the development of the security policies and procedures and ensure compliance with those policies and procedures through ongoing monitoring and assessments. In close coordination with the Information System (IS) owner and the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), you will play an active role in the evaluation or risk associated with a system, enforcing and assessing the controls, monitoring the security impact of changes to the systems, and developing and updating the security documentation associated with the system. 

Duties, Tasks & Responsibilities

• Ensuring the implementation of DOE and NNSA cybersecurity policies and procedures for designated information systems
• Conducting the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for designated systems
• Documenting the implementation of protection measures within the security plan for the systems
• Ensuring the appropriate access is provisioned for users of designated systems
• Identifying, assessing, and documenting threats and risks to designated systems
• Capturing and maintaining information system security artifacts
• Conducting cybersecurity tests and assessments and providing results of these activities to the ISSM
• Evaluating the security impact and recommending implementation strategies for security significant changes to the assigned information systems
• Identifying cyber security training needs in terms of job responsibilities or roles
• Conducting information system risk assessments
• Responding to and reporting of incidents related to their assigned information systems
• Development of security processes and procedures to support the ISSM’s Cyber Security Program
• Creating and maintaining disaster recovery and incident response plans and participating in associated training
• Formally and informally presents information in group and individual settings

Required Experience, Education, Skills & Technologies

• U.S. Citizenship (NO dual-citizenship)
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with appropriate background and knowledge of current industry technologies/standards for enterprise networks. Four (4) years of work experience in computer and information technology related field may be considered as substitution for degree
• Five (5) years of IT work experience with a preference for cybersecurity experience.
• Prior experience in information security/information assurance roles may be substituted for education requirements (e.g., examples of experience with implementing and managing FISMA, FedRAMP, DoDI 8500.2, HIPAA, or PCI requirements)
• Applicable certification in accordance with the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework or the ability to obtain it within 6 months
• Experience with NIST SP 800-53, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and security assessment tools
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Operating System, Virtualization, and Networking technologies
• Must be able to demonstrate specialized experience applying the principles, practices, and techniques used by information systems security personnel
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint)
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently, as well as strong interpersonal skills that foster the ability to work effectively on teams, communicate effectively

Security Clearance Level

•  Ability to obtain a clearance or Active Top Secret Clearance, SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) with the ability to upgrade to a Department of Energy (DOE) “Q” Clearance or an active DOE "Q" clearance

Work Schedule

• Full-time with work on-site each week in Albuquerque NM.  This is not a fully remote position.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Tuition/Training Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Criterion Systems, LLC and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination at all levels of our organization. We believe in treating all applicants and employees fairly and make employment decisions without regard to any individual’s protected status:  race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex/gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and mental disability, marital/parental status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), age, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://careers-criterion-sys.icims.com/.