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Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

  • Westford, Massachusetts
Overview: Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT) is seeking a skilled and motivated Information Systems Security Officer to join our team in Westford, MA.

Clearance Requirements: An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Ensure the implementation of Information System security controls continue to meet organization and customer requirements.
  • Review system documentation to confirm it accurately reflects the system security posture, capabilities, processes, and ensure it remains in compliance with designated security controls.
  • Monitor System Logs in accordance with System Audit and Accountability Policies
  • Contribute to the upkeep of the Information System Authorization to Operate through the management of Continuous Monitoring Strategies and Artifacts
  • Secure and maintain system components IAW established Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and customer directives.
  • Update anti-virus definitions, IPs signatures, and scan plugins to ensure visibility into the latest threats and attack vectors.
  • Assess network vulnerability scans and work with system engineers to schedule and apply patches in accordance with risk tolerance.
  • Manage system baseline changes and perform Security Impact Assessments to comply with customer and organization Change Control Processes
  • Review and Update System Security Plan and controls based on evolving and cutting-edge requirements in order to minimize system risk and maintain acceptable security posture.
Technical Areas of Expertise:
  • NIST 800-53, RMF, and/or ICD 503
  • Linux/Unix
  • Windows Operating Systems
  • DISA STIGs & SCAP scans
  • Cisco Networking Appliances
  • VMWare Virtualization
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor degree or equivalent years of either professional or military experience in related field
  • 4+ years of experience working as an ISSO supporting a government customer

Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?
At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise in system security can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions.
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on work experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and contract wage determination that align with the specified role.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short-term and Long-term disabilities, Life Insurance, Retirement plans, Learning and Development opportunities, Wellness programs as well as other optional benefits elections.
CDT is committed to hiring without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Apply Now:
If you are a proactive Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!