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Scope of the Project
The Office of Cybersecurity is responsible for the Security and Compliance of Information Systems and Data. The team seeks an expert Senior ISSO Team Lead to oversee and actively participate in the day-to-day security and compliance requirements of complex information system operating environments. A successful candidate will lead the establishment, implementation, and/or enhancement of Information Systems Security and Compliance efforts based on State/Agency Policy/Standards and Regulatory Guidance such as FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, SSA TSSR, HIPAA, etc.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities
The Senior ISSO Team Lead will report to the Security Risk and Compliance Manager and operate as an experienced cybersecurity consultant to leadership, business units, business partners, and vendors.
Security Program Experience
Hands-on experience with any or all of the following technologies would be considered desirable for this position:
The Office of Cybersecurity is responsible for the Security and Compliance of Information Systems and Data. The team seeks an expert Senior ISSO Team Lead to oversee and actively participate in the day-to-day security and compliance requirements of complex information system operating environments. A successful candidate will lead the establishment, implementation, and/or enhancement of Information Systems Security and Compliance efforts based on State/Agency Policy/Standards and Regulatory Guidance such as FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, SSA TSSR, HIPAA, etc.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities
The Senior ISSO Team Lead will report to the Security Risk and Compliance Manager and operate as an experienced cybersecurity consultant to leadership, business units, business partners, and vendors.
Security Program Experience
- Leadership experience with CMS MARS-E or other FISMA Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliant programs is strongly desired and will be given the highest weight.
- Experience should include well-documented success in the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs), Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs), Computer Matching Agreements (CMAs), and related interviews and audit/assessment activities.
- Experience with development and integration of RMF/A&A tasks and artifacts in RMF type roles such as ISSO, Information Security Architect, Security Control Assessor, etc., into the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is ideal.
- Experience in security as related to Cloud services and vendor management is considered desirable for this position.
Hands-on experience with any or all of the following technologies would be considered desirable for this position:
- RSA Archer
- Enterprise NoSQL Database
- IBM System 390/zSeries
- Linux and Windows servers
- Network Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Switching and Routing Infrastructure
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions
- Perform detailed architectural reviews and risk analysis of security-related requests to make sound decision-making recommendations.
- Champion the design, development, implementation, and/or ongoing maturation of security and compliance efforts.
- Audit and assess internal agency systems as well as business partner/service provider information system security controls.
- Utilize Microsoft Office software suite, System Center Service Manager, RSA Archer eGRC system, Bizagi, Atlassian, and other products to document and report on information gathered during Audit and Assessment activities or other efforts.
- Perform security and compliance reviews of Contracts, Business Associate Agreements, Data Usage/Sharing Agreements, and other types of documents and artifacts.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party audits and/or assessments of agency and business partner systems.
- Collaborate with agency leadership, business partners, and other parties/stakeholders to provide recommendations for security and compliance risk mitigation efforts.
- Team Lead Responsibilities:
- Act as an escalation point for complex compliance-related issues or concerns, providing expert-level guidance and support for other ISSOs.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the ISSO team, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
- Lead and mentor a team of ISSOs, ensuring they are well trained, motivated, and equipped with the necessary resources to perform their duties effectively.
- Collaborate with Sec Ops teams to maintain and continuously improve the audit-ready status.
- Responsible for ensuring the ISSO team’s tasks and projects are completed in a timely manner with adequate coverage.
- Provide visibility on the ISSO team’s work through proactive and clear communication with the Security Risk and Compliance Manager.
- Development of the ISSO team through training and continued education.
- Must have a strong working knowledge of FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, and HIPAA Security and Privacy.
- 5 years of experience in IT working with and/or auditing IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, Databases (Relational and Non-Relational), Networking Infrastructure, and Web-based Applications.
- Prior experience working within a FISMA compliant program.
- Prior experience in working with any eGRC systems.
- Prior Health Information Technology experience.
- ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC, and/or other Information Security Certification is required.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
- Experience and training with eGRC solutions.
- Ability to engage diverse audiences of varying technical and non-technical skill levels to ensure effective alignment of technical requirements to business objectives.
- Ability to collaborate and coordinate efforts amongst multiple teams and vendors in fulfillment of initiatives.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) to include working with templates and style guidelines for branding consistency.
- Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture.
- Ability to absorb, retain, and communicate complex processes.
- Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism and remain flexible in dealing with leadership and teams of varying technical and business knowledge.
- BS degree in computer science or similar discipline.
- Prior ITIL experience in the area of Information Security Management.
- ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC, and/or other Information Security Certification is required.
- Bachelor's in a related area or 10 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
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- Mar 03, 2025
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