Information System Security Officer (ISSO - Accreditations)

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Business Process Specialist / Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Senior to join our team supporting our Government Client in Reston, VA.

Responsibilities

• Develop accreditation packages for submittal and approval from the DIA/CIO
• Draft Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) for all exceptions to policy for "Authorization to Operate" (ATO)
• Manage the accreditation process for new and existing projects in XACTA
• Brief and communicate Authorization to Operate package status to government Points of Contact
• Coordinate CIO reviews and inspections for systems undergoing accreditation

Required Qualifications

• Five (5) years' experience with the DIA and greater DOD process for obtaining an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for systems from the DIA/CIO
• Experience with XACTA for accreditation documentation workflow
• Experience with NESSUS and/or other network security scanning software
• Experience documenting and supporting accreditation packages to Authorization to Operate
• Experience with security reviews to include Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), boundary security, and applications
• General IT knowledge for networks and client servers
• Current TS/SCI Clearance with CI poly, or ability to obtain poly prior to start date #qinetiqclearedjob
• Successful Completion of Pre-Employment Background Investigation required

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