Information Systems Security Officer

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

At PLEXSYS, our teams design, build and deliver Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) innovation and training solutions to customers around the world. With over 200 employees in seventeen states and four foreign countries, we contribute our success to enabling better trainingeverydayacross the globe.

As an employee of PLEXSYS, you'll find a culture that empowers you to achieve your professional objectives, give your personal best, and work with other highly passionate individuals. Our core values of integrity, excellence, teamwork and agility drive our daily decisions, identify our focus areas, and inspire our organizational culture.

General Description

The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture for information systems and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM, CPSO, and FSO. The ISSO must have detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and is assigned the day-to-day responsibility for assigned systems. Responsibilities include implementation of the requirements of Risk Management Framework, including the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG), NIST 800-53, or other security requirements as assigned.

This position will report to the Corporate Information Assurance Manager and work in close collaboration with the AFSO and FSO. The ISSO is responsible for developing and updating the security authorization package, managing and controlling changes to the system, and assessing the security impact of those changes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of following security policies and procedures as outlined in the security authorization package.
• Report all security-related incidents to the ISSM.
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly.
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented.
• Duties also include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, and incident handling.

Requirements

Perks

As a PLEXSYS employee, you can expect certain advantages; such as advancement based on performance, competitive wages, valuable benefits and a great working environment. Our team is committed to ensuring an environment that empowers individuals to realize their full potential by providing opportunities and necessary support to achieve personal and professional goals.