Integrated Finance & Accounting Solutions (IFAS)
Information System Security Officer
Integrated Finance & Accounting Solutions (IFAS)United States17 hours ago
Full-timeInformation Technology
Department Overview

The U.S. Department of State (DoS), Comptroller and Global Financial Services (CGFS), Chief Information Officer, Information Systems Security Office (CGFS/CIO/ISSO) requires the contractor to provide analytical and coordination support in the Information Systems Security Office (ISSO) as a Security Analyst in applying interrelationships of multiple Cybersecurity specialties; IT architecture; new IA developments and applications; emerging technologies and their applications to business processes; IT security concepts, standards, and methods; project management principles and methods.

Minimum Requirements

  • Four-year degree in computer science, business, or closely related area.
  • Technical certification in computer systems security and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in intrusion detection, vulnerability assessments, and network diagnostics.
  • Experience with DoS computer security policies and guidelines.
  • Security+ certification is required; CompTIA+ certification is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

  • CGFS Charleston ISSO Information Assurance and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • User creation and conditional email assignment of user and administrative accounts on CGFS General Support Systems.
  • Active role in network and systems design to ensure that appropriate systems security policies and procedures are contemplated and introduced into designs at the outset.
  • Assess breaches of security to determine their impact on system operations and the confidentiality, integrity, and reliability of the information stored and manipulated within the system. Applies findings to the development of corrective measures and user awareness.
  • Creation and maintenance of users for CGFS Financial Applications.
  • Creation and updating of Treasury Keys for supported applications.
  • Storing and distribution of classified peripheral devices.
  • Creation and maintenance of network drive folder file permissions.
  • Documenting visiting Government and Non-Government visitor’s laptops.
  • Support internal and external access management audits.
  • Create and maintain ISO 9001 documentation for engineering and access management efforts Ability to communicate technical as well as non-technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.
  • Brief and maintain documentation for all users on automated information systems (AIS).
  • SharePoint development and maintenance.
  • Provide tier III support for all Information Systems Security.
  • Create, modify, and delete user accounts on automated information systems.

Security Clearance Requirement

All contractors supporting this Department must be able to either possess or obtain a security clearance of “Top Secret/SCI.” Important note to consider: A Secret Clearance will open a lot of other doors for your career in the Government to include possibilities of being hired directly.

Work Schedule

The employee will work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 6:15 am to 6:00 pm with a non-compensated 45-minute lunch (See your Project Manager for work schedule and department policies). Additional hours may be required and must be authorized by your Project Manager and DoS Management. This position requires 5 days on-site.

Software Systems Utilized

  • Basic knowledge and experience with Windows 2012/2016/or future elaborations Server network environment.
  • Basic knowledge and experience on personal computers running Windows 10 or future elaborations workstation in a Windows network environment.
  • Experience with PC workstation operations including word processing, spreadsheets, and electronic mail, as well as knowledge of Windows 10 or future elaborations system internals such as the registry.
  • Ability to communicate technical as well as non-technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.

Formal Job-Specific Training Requirements

  • IA 201 – Information Assurance for System Administrators

Our Most Successful Employees In This Position Demonstrate

  • An understanding of the mission and business functions of the organization.
  • An ability to build relationships with key personnel who have authority or ability to ensure compliance with security laws, regulations, guidance, and requirements.
  • An ability to troubleshoot issues while maintaining appropriate operational security posture.

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