Information Systems Security Officer Level 1

Description:

Markon is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer Level 1 to support the Fort Meade customer. This role will support information systems security operations, maintain compliance with federal security requirements, and ensure the protection of classified systems and networks. The position will work closely with security managers, system administrators, and technical teams to manage security documentation, monitor system activity, assess vulnerabilities, and maintain system authorization under the Risk Management Framework.

Responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain, and enforce information systems security policies, standards, and procedures in accordance with DoD and Intelligence Community requirements.

• Support Risk Management Framework activities, including system authorization, continuous monitoring, and security compliance assessments.

• Develop and maintain security documentation, including system security plans, risk assessments, certification and accreditation packages, and security requirements traceability matrices.

• Monitor security events, analyze system logs, and support incident detection and response using Splunk.

• Evaluate security risks, vulnerabilities, and proposed security solutions to ensure the protection of classified information systems.

• Maintain configuration management records for security-related hardware, software, firmware, and system changes.

• Review system modifications and upgrades to assess security impacts and ensure continued compliance with established requirements.

• Support security managers in maintaining the operational security posture of assigned systems, programs, and enclaves.

• Administer and monitor user identification, authentication, and access control processes.

• Coordinate with system administrators, engineers, and security personnel to resolve security findings and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications 

Salary Range: USD $155,000.00 - USD $165,000.00 /Yr.

The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Overview:

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Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.