[Hiring] Technical ISSO @Valiant Solutions

Role Description

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Technical ISSO to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team!

The Technical ISSO will provide technical expertise on Security control implementations and the development of Information Security procedures for systems and applications. Although you will be the ISSO for these systems after they are authorized for use, candidates will also be required to perform pre-assessment activities, including a detailed analysis of the technology stacks comprising the vendor solutions. This position requires a fundamental understanding of engineering-compliant architectures and solutions. You will be part of a team working to assess vendor systems for technical compliance with NIST and agency standards.

This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in the IT security field
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or an additional two years of industry experience
• Two (2) years of experience supporting A&A (NIST 800-53) and compliance activities
• Four (4) years of hands-on technical experience as a System Architect or Security Engineer
• Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent Security certification is preferred
• Direct experience with NIST 171 is preferred
• Experience in reviewing 3rd party security assessment reports
• Have detailed knowledge and experience with NIST Policies, Governance, and security Planning and Architecture, FISMA Compliance, RMF, Incident Analysis, and General Security Best Practices
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills to support customers, internal stakeholders, peers, and public audiences
• Ability to communicate, in writing and orally, to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Technical expertise with Nessus Tenable Security and NetSparker reports
• Strong communication skills to interact with senior managers, junior staff, and business unit (non-technical) customers

Responsibilities

• Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent Security certification
• Direct experience with NIST 171 is preferred
• Experience in reviewing 3rd party security assessment reports
• Have detailed knowledge and experience with NIST Policies, Governance, Security Planning and Architecture, FISMA Compliance, RMF, Incident Analysis, and General Security Best Practices
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills to support customers, internal stakeholders, peers, and public audiences
• Ability to communicate, written and oral, to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Technical expertise with Nessus Tenable Security and NetSparker reports
• Strong communication skills to interact with senior managers, junior staff, and business unit (non-technical) customers

Benefits

• Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
• Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
• 100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
• 100% Paid Certifications
• 401K Matching up to 4%
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Wellness & Fitness Program
• Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal
• FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
• Referral Bonuses