ISSE with Security Clearance - Norfolk, VA, United States - Sentient Digital, Inc.

Description

Company Overview Sentient Digital, Inc
(SDi) provides technology solutions and services to Defense, Federal, and Commercial clients under various delivery models
Our focus is on helping clients achieve their objectives through solutions and services in the cloud, cybersecurity, software development, systems engineering, and integration
Our capability areas include mission software solutions, professional services, cyber mission assurance, enabling technology, and integrated solutions.

Description The chosen ISSE will provide cybersecurity leadership with an experienced, smart, and collaborative team of IT professionals, including system/network engineers, systems administrators, enterprise architects, and continuous process improvement engineers, all serving Military Sealift Command's (MSC) mission.

In addition to having a B.S
degree in a related IT field, the chosen ISSE must have at least six (6) years of DoD experience managing and leading the successful capturing and refining of information protection requirements and ensuring their integration into IT systems through purposeful security design or configuration
This is an on-site position serving two locations: SDi's Downtown Norfolk office and MSC offices at Naval Station Norfolk

Responsibilities Managing and leading the capturing and improvement of the security posture of 11 MSC Afloat systems, to provide the strongest security baseline for the MSC fleet.

Leading and developing the performance of other cybersecurity professionals to ensure cybersecurity team cohesion with other network/system engineering teams working towards the same goal.

Ensuring MSC Information systems are compliant with DoD and Navy RMF standards and review, verify, and validate required DoD RMF documentation and artifacts in accordance with DoD Instruction , RMF for DoD IT, and the Navy RMF Process Guide.

Meeting deadlines and delivering all required artifacts requested by our government clients and maintaining a strong working relationship with the other MSC ISSM.

Ensuring the planning and execution of all RMF activities aligned / integrated with the ATO effort and RMF lifecycle.
Supporting the development, revision, and finalization of IA documentation, including documentation and authority to operate (ATO) package artifacts.

Managing artifact deliverable timelines to ensure all ATO's are completed before required, by working closely with engineering to remediate and maintain a manageable workload for the whole team.

Developing and implementing security policies and procedures in accordance with DoD regulations.
Conducting risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify potential security threats.
Designing and implementing security controls to mitigate identified risks.
Monitoring and analyzing security logs to identify potential security incidents.
Investigating security incidents and provide recommendations for remediation.
Developing and delivering security awareness training to end-users.
Participating in security audits and assessments.
Reviewing assessment and authorization (A&A) documentation, providing guidance on the compliance of its content in accordance with DoN requirements.
Responding to Information Assurance Vulnerability alerts and researching the IAVA/B/T occurrences.
Developing, Reviewing, & Providing feedback on DoD/MSC Information Assurance Packages, documents, orders, and instructions
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to carry out this assignment with the ability to lead and work as part of a team
Required Qualifications B.S
Degree in a related IT field (Computer Engineering, Mgmt
Information Systems, cybersecurity, etc.)
Proven ability to apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).
Proven ability to lead other cybersecurity professionals in an IT systems/network engineering environment.

A minimum of a DoD Secret clearance Desired Qualifications (Salary Commensurate) Extensive experience as a DoD ISSE, preferably with U.

S
NAVY systems.
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scanning experience strongly desired.
Relevant certifications including but not limited to CASP+, Microsoft Azure, CCNA, or equivalent.
CISCO or AWS-related certifications
Familiarity with virtualization technologies like Microsoft Hyper-V, server configurations, and network protocols.
Proven excellence with cybersecurity-related and troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Additional Information Candidates must be willing to submit to a background check prior to employment
Physical requirements for this position include the ability to life 25 pounds regularly, the ability to move safely in confined spaces, the ability to wear personal protective gear correctly when needed, the ability to go onsite to company and customer worksites, the ability to remain seated for extended periods of time, the ability to use a computer keyboard, and the ability to see and respond to dangerous situations when needed
Sentient Digital, Inc
and RDA, Inc
are equal opportunity employers

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.