MDW Associates is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to provide information assurance and cybersecurity support to the Army's Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office by providing support to the RCCTO's information technology and information assurance (IT/IA) project staff, engineers, and customers. This position will be located at Redstone Arsenal, AL.

The primary duty is to serve as an ISSO for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Security Office. The ISSO will provide support across the RCCTO portfolio, which includes efforts in hypersonics, mid-range capability, and directed energy.

Essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Serving as an Information Assurance (IT) support to the Organizational ISSM, in the management and administration of authorization and accreditation (A&A) package processing. This position requires an understanding of IA to tactical networks, systems, security practices, and the application of IA concepts to rapid hardware/software prototype development.
• Participating, as a team member, within the assessment of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the coordination, planning, analysis, development, implementation, and enhancement of information assurance programs, policies, procedures and tools.
• Serving as the front-line team member to the organization's Authorizing Official team ensuring the dissemination and adherence to IA policies, procedures, guidance, and training requirements. Enforcing IA standards and procedures for all phases of hardware and software lifecycle management process, and assists in developing solutions to complex problems.
• Assisting in the administrative management support of the RCCTO by carrying out and responding in a timely manner to IT/IA tasks and requests, and managing internal office IT and IA work tasks.
• Developing and maintaining relationships between Program/Project Management Offices, RCCTO program staff, and outside organizations to ensure proper communication, development and deployment of information assurance technologies, products, and systems.
• Assisting in preparing briefing materials, supporting engineering and development meetings, coordinating security testing events, scheduling and supporting teleconferences and video teleconferences and other administrative support tasks as directed.
• Coordinating regularly with staff performing similar functions at other RCCTO locations.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• DoDI 8570 IAM Level II certification (CASP, CAP, CISSP/Associates)

Required Experience

• 5+ years of cumulative experience in DoD information technology and information assurance practices.
• 3+ year of cumulative experience in Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) package management.
• 1+ year of independent experience in all six steps of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle.
• 1+ years of related experience in Army Information Assurance processes and procedures.
• 1+ years of experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) solutions.
• 1+ years of experience with using security vulnerability and scanning tools (Retina, ACAS, Nessus, etc).
• Familiarity with industry information assurance policies and procedures (NIST SP 800-171, 800-37, etc.)
• Experience working both independently and as a team to accomplish short notice, high priority tasks directed by senior leadership.
• Experience applying problem solving techniques to complex government problems related to adapting enterprise solutions to tactical systems and devices.

Desired Experience:

• Experience working in an organizational Headquarters run by a General Officer/SES.
• Good understanding of the Army's Information Technology (IT) and Information Assurance (IA) processes, procedures, regulations and governance.
• Desire to learn application of IA concepts and practices to rapid development and prototyping projects.
• Experience applying and adapting traditional IA requirements to non-standard projects and solutions.
• DISA eMASS training preferred

Clearance Requirement(s):

• Candidates for this position must currently have an Active US DoD Secret Clearance (or higher)

Company Description

Incorporated in 2012, MDW is a small business headquartered in Washington, DC with offices in Huntsville, AL. We provide Federal government clients with consulting, management services, advisory and assistance services, decision support, strategic planning, process planning and improvement, task execution and metrics analysis. Our mission is to make our clients more successful by providing honest assessments, exceptional analysis, prudent advice, direct communication, and hard work.

Our core capabilities include:

• Strategic Planning
• Cost Estimating
• Budget Programming and Justification
• Budget Execution
• Acquisition Management
• Financial Systems Support & Integration

MDW Associates, LLC ("MDW") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or any other unlawful basis unrelated to the ability to do the job. MDW seeks to employ talented, ethical, and entrepreneurial-minded persons. Our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination as required by Federal law.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package for our employees, including but not limited to:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life Insurance/Long Term Disability/Short Term Disability
• Retirement/401(k)
• Flexible Leave Policy

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.