Information Systems Security Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview :

East Tennessee R&D facility is currently seeking qualified applicants to serve as Junior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO). The successful candidate should have a basic understanding of all aspects of cybersecurity. The candidate will collaborate with other teams across the lab, to include Information Technology, Physical Security, Classification Office, Cybersecurity, Lab Enterprise Risk, Lab Internal Audit, and others as appropriate.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Provide assistance to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the certification and accreditation (C&A) of systems / networks and implementation of cybersecurity requirements and procedures across the federal facility.
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with DOE security policies and procedures and as outlined in applicable System Security Plans (SSPs).
• Establish and perform documented procedures for authorizing users to information systems
• Develop and maintain SSPs for system C&A.
• Identify, review, and provide analysis and recommendations to meet requirements of applicable laws, regulations, orders, and the contract, translate into policies, procedures, suggested control structures, analysis / white papers, aligning with business objectives
• Provide guidance on policies and controls to support appropriate levels of risk, facilitate risk tolerance discussions and decisions, and recommend controls based on industry standards and practices
• Participate in internal / external compliance audits, reviews, self-assessments, assessments, and data calls
• Identify, promote, and implement process improvements

Qualifications Required :

Preferred Qualifications :

Special Requirement :

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.