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Assistant Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO-1)

VTG Defense
United States, Virginia, Springfield
Sep 25, 2025
Overview

TUNUVA Technologies (a wholly owned subsidiary of VTG) seeks to hire an Assistant Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Springfield, VA to monitor and maintain systems security on operational systems such as malicious code eradication, configuration management, assessment and authorization of current and future systems, as well as to review and revise systems security documentation on proposed systems. ISSOs shall know how to implement common information system security practices, policies, and technologies. Additionally, ISSOs demonstrate self-motivation, initiative, sound judgement, and effective interpersonal skills, team building skills, and effective communication skills.


What will you do?

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with system stakeholders and teammates to enhance system security
  • Communicate effectively with all security stakeholders
  • Create, revise, or review cybersecurity documentation
  • Proactively identify opportunities for increasing customer value and engagement
  • Act as a Data Transfer Agent between systems of varying security domains
  • Inventory, track, and control removable media and portable electronic devices
  • Advise stakeholders on NIST SP 800-37 RMF workflows and requirements
  • Review SIEM and RMF workflow tools to advise ISSM on system security baselines and authorization statuses
  • Advise system stakeholders on acceptable use and applicable cybersecurity policy or regulation
  • Properly report and document security incidents and response actions

Do you have what it takes?

Requirements

  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Currently hold or obtain and maintain DoD 8570 IAT-2 certification within 6 months of starting the position
  • Applicants should possess education and experience at the appropriate level for the position. Education relevant to computer engineering, information security, information management, and/or computer science. Experience relevant to information technology security, information systems security, information assurance engineering, and systems administration.
  • Associate's degree + 0 - 2 years of experience OR High School/GED + 3 years of experience

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with conducting research and analysis on cybersecurity matters
    Familiarity with network and information system security principles and best practices
    Familiarity with controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (uploading/downloading) between information systems at varying classification levels
    Ability to engender rapport with the military, civilians, and other contractors at all levels
    Ability to prioritize tasks
    Familiarity with applicable customer, Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD) policies, procedures and operating instructions related to Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Management (IT/IA/IM)
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