ISSO Security Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an ISSO Security Analyst to support RMF and ATO processes for Veterans Affairs information systems in McLean, Virginia. This onsite role centers on coordinating with VA ISO and ISSO stakeholders to drive RMF steps 0 through 6 and ensure secure lifecycle deployment from initial product acquisition through decommissioning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and drive the completion of RMF steps 0-6 ATO activities and requirements with Veterans Affairs Information System Owners (ISO), Information System Security Officers (ISSO), site managers, and other system stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks.
• Escalate project risks to leadership.
• Understand and apply VA authorization policies and processes.
• Provide information system security expertise.
• Ensure the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for information systems throughout the system's lifecycle from product acquisition and installation through decommission.
• Complete and maintain very detailed security documentation.
• Coordinate to execute ATO support duties that document security details related to system installations, a variety of IT systems, networks, hardware, and software in a variety of complex and simple installation sites.
• Translate security concepts into actionable implementable solution recommendations to help the client make informed security decisions from all aspects of IT deployments ensuring full commissioning is completed through deployment into production and decommissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in CS or Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting all RMF steps, including security categorizations, creating and updating security artifacts and FISMA security documents, control implementation details, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Experience with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-53 security controls, RMF, and system authorizations and security compliance standards and processes.
• Experience creating plans and approaches for executing product installation securely in accordance with agency authorization policy requirements for system major changes and development lifecycles while identifying potential risks and working with system stakeholders to create mitigation strategies to reduce or eliminate risks.
• Experience analyzing authorization documents and associated artifacts against authorization requirements to identify gaps, establish a schedule to address outstanding authorization requirements, and coordinate directly with system stakeholders to address identified gaps in accordance with required deadlines.
• Ability to independently lead client-facing meetings and present complex ATO topics to the client.
• Ability to organize, manage, and maintain large amounts of discrete data with various expiration dates across multiple systems simultaneously.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Financial benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Dependent care
• Recognition awards program

Nice If You Have

• Experience with Continuous Authorization and Monitoring (CAM).
• Experience working with the VA.
• Experience supporting ATOs for specialized devices.
• Ability to engage with varying levels of staff and leadership.
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Vetting

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Work Model

• Onsite: Work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, with collaboration required with colleagues and customers as needed.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, an identity verification process that may utilize biometrics and AI will be used to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. Candidates are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments, and Booz Allen may capture a photograph to verify identity.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is part of Booz Allen's daily work, but the use of artificial intelligence tools to assist with responses during interviews is prohibited unless explicit permission is provided.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). Compensation is determined by factors including location, education, knowledge, skills, experience, and contract-specific considerations. This estimate reflects typical salary range for the role and is one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation.