Information Systems Security Officer - ISSO

Information Systems Security Officer - ISSO

Praxis Engineering creates exciting and novel mission solutions in the chaotic world of cyber related technologies and products. At the heart of Praxis Engineering are talented and motivated engineering teams empowered to create cutting edge technologies and systems to solve difficult problems for a wide variety of cyber mission operations. We are looking for ISSOs who will support these teams and ensure and enforce compliance with policies that our customers need across a spectrum of cyber capabilities.

What you will be doing:

As an ISSO at Praxis you will create, modify, and maintain (continuous monitoring phase) AIS and SSP documents and hard copy files. You should have significant experience using drawing applications (MS Visio preferred) to prepare SSP supporting documentation (diagrams, etc.). You must have the ability to coordinate with multiple government organizations and individuals for Phase 1 or Open Door (pre-system set-up) meetings and be flexible enough to track down appropriate parties to be included. You should also have a strong understanding of the customer’s tools (Xacta, RMF, etc.), their Knowledge Center, and how to request accounts and assistance through the helpdesk. We require significant experience using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) to prepare SSP supporting documentation (SOPs, etc.).

For this position, there will be opportunities to recommend and lead corporate initiatives that enhance our company’s cybersecurity posture.

We expect the person that fills this position to be a self-starter with the drive to research and recommend concerns or initiatives to leadership. They will also need to work independently to research and solve problems.

What you need:

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Systems Administration skills to include the following:

• Ability to adhere to and follow stringent protocol for security hardening of Windows systems. 
• Perform tasks such as: NTFS file/folder permission settings, Adding/Disabling User accounts and groups, Auditing/Displaying Active Directory group policies, changing user account passwords, updating Anti-virus software additions, working knowledge (at least from a user perspective) of a VDI [Virtual Desktop] solution, basic understanding of networking
• Ability and willingness to assist in physically handling hardware (unbox, install on desk tops, inventory, label, etc. up to 30 lbs) is desired

Required Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Six (6) years of additional experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.

• Attention to detail and following critical procedures. These are absolute must-haves
• MUST have EXCELLENT communication skills; written, verbal, and follow-through 
• You will need to be a self-starter and you MUST be someone who drives the process and does not typically wait to be told what to do
• Must be compliant and ensure/enforce compliance with all policies and SOPs
• Must be able to shift priorities at a moment’s notice given new directions/tasking from management
• Must have a strong working knowledge of Systems Administration and Security Policy experience, with an interest in performing both responsibilities
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI with an appropriate polygraph is required to be considered for this role

Who are we?
Praxis Engineering* was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Annapolis Junction MD - with growing offices in Chantilly VA and Aberdeen MD.

Praxis Engineering is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. 

With over 300 employees supporting more than 50 contracts, Praxis brings toge