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Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The role of Information System Security Officer (ISSO)* provides advice and assistance to the Government regarding secure configuration and operation of IT assets.

Position Overview

LV8D Solutions is seeking an ISSO to provide oversight, guidance, and technical expertise on IT and information system security matters that support the customer's mission by implementing and maintaining information security policies, practices, and technologies. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders while demonstrating a strong understanding of Contractor Program Security functions, responsibilities, and disciplines essential to developing and sustaining an effective security program. Interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain an efficient operational security posture for programs and information systems.
• Information Security interface to government customer and Accrediting Authorities.
• Perform vulnerability/risk assessments to support authorization and accreditation.
• Prepare and review Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, Risk Assessment Reports (RMR), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), System Assessment Plans, and Continuous Monitoring Plans.
• Support and track customer security authorization activities.
• Conduct periodic reviews and evaluations of required IS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate Information System Security Assessments, tests, and reviews.
• Conduct due diligence and process hardware and software requests.
• Provide configuration management for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Ensure proper measures are taken when an IS incident or vulnerability is discovered.

Required Qualifications

• Familiarity with conducting research and analysis
• Thorough understanding and application of network security principles, practice, and implementations
• Familiarity with controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (uploading/downloading) between information systems at varying classification levels
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills to build rapport with the military personnel, civilians, and other contractors at all levels
• Thorough working knowledge of all applicable, IC, DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Management (IT/IA/IM) 
• Working knowledge of cross-functional integration of information systems into a physical security environment
• Working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures
• Understanding of system methodologies including but not limited to client server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, LAN, switches, and routers
• Expert in detecting and preventing computer security compromises in a networked environment
• Expertise with configuration management, system maintenance, and integration testing
• Expert in the use of tools used to prevent and/or negate malicious code
• Understanding of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) tools that scan at the physical layer of all removable and fixed media types including but not limited to: (CDs, hard drives, thumb drives, Zip/Jazz, etc.)
• Expertise in forensics chain of custody and evidentiary preservation
• Ability to troubleshoot technical configurations and make recommendations on the protection of classified and sensitive data
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical information and information technology jargon into plain English
• Ability to apply a risk management philosophy when faced with security challenges and the ability to articulate the pros and cons in a clear concise manner
• Demonstrated proficiency with the following computer operating systems (e.g. Microsoft Windows, LINUX, UNIX, Mac OS, etc.)
• Analytical ability to decipher complex technical configuration management documents
• Proficient in maintaining databases
• Strong ability to elicit, articulate, and document information in a well-organized manner
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to correlate audit results between various systems and/or users and notify the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) of any discrepancies
• Demonstrated proficiency in successfully guiding complex information systems through assessment and authorization control gates
• Expert ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships with government and contractor program manager, security professionals, and mission partners
• Associate’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience

Certification Requirement

• An active CASP+, CISA, CISSP, GCED, or GCIH or must be willing to obtain / maintain within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to decipher and explain in clear language Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503
• Demonstrated ability to work independent of close supervision
• Ability to effectively provide ISSO guidance to Level 1 and Level 2 ISSOs

Security Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
• Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph

Work Environment

• On-site work in a government or contractor facility 
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) 

*This position is dependent on a contract seat being awarded.

About LV8D Solutions

LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design, acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers’ space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplary compensation and total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talent and committed to national defense and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Benefits

Performance & Recognition

Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities
Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.

Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty
Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.

Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities
Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.

Milestone Rewards
Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Profit Sharing
Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401 (k), with immediate vesting.

401(k) Company Match
The company matches your 401 (k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.

Career Development

The company invests in your professional growth through:

• Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.
• Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.

Work-Life Balance

Support for a healthy work-life balance includes:

• Flexible work hours
• Competitive paid time off (PTO)
• Company holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Medical Coverage

Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees

Dental & Vision

• Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

Income Protection

• 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

• 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.