Information Systems Security Officer

Join Ardent, where you can contribute to important work while enjoying a fulfilling life. We are seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards, safeguard sensitive information, and manage risk across classified and unclassified systems.

Responsibilities:
* Develop and update security authorization packages compliant with FISMA, including System Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
* Maintain an inventory of hardware and software for the information system.
* Develop, coordinate, test, and train on Contingency Plans and Incident Response Plans.
* Perform risk analyses to determine cost-effective and essential safeguards.
* Support Incident Response and Contingency activities.
* Perform security control assessments using NIST guidance.
* Conduct independent scans of applications, networks, and databases.
* Provide continuous monitoring to enforce client security policy and procedures.
* Develop and maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones and support remediation activities.
* Validate that protective measures for physical security are in place to support the systems security requirements.

Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related field.
* 3-7 years of IT experience.
* Experience as a Team Lead, with presentation skills and the ability to motivate a team.
* Experience with Agile methodology and Jira.
* Proficiency in writing technical analysis reports.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Critical thinking and strategy development skills.
* Good judgment and business acumen.
* Project management skills (ability to track detailed tasks and ensure timely delivery).
* Ability to work quickly and accurately in a dynamic environment.
* U.S. Citizenship and willingness to undergo a government background investigation.
* Balancing security requirements with mission needs.
* Relationship management.

Nice-to-Have:
* Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO).
* EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
* Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
* Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA).
* CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP).
* Agile certification

Benefits:
We offer highly competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and an exceptional culture that embraces flexibility, innovation, collaboration, and career growth.

Location:
This is a hybrid role (3 days/week) in Ashburn, VA, with the potential to become a 5 days/week onsite role in the future. All candidates must be able to work onsite 5 days a week in Ashburn, VA.