Information System Security Officer

Cognizant

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West Palm Beach, FL
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22 days ago
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Cognizant is a multinational IT services and consulting company offering digital transformation, technology, and business process services. It serves clients across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries worldwide.

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The Information System Security Officer works under the Information System Security Manager to ensure the security, compliance, and readiness of classified information systems. This role involves providing system-level security configuration guidance to administrator teams, conducting auditing and anti-virus activities, and maintaining System Security Plans. Key responsibilities include coordinating system changes with government approval authorities, reviewing systems for vulnerabilities, implementing risk mitigation activities, and investigating security incidents like data spills or malicious code events. The position requires expertise in information security principles, Windows and UNIX-based operating systems, and configuration management. Candidates must utilize tools and frameworks including RMF, NISPOM, Nessus, SCAP scans, and STIGs. The role focuses on maintaining a strong security posture and ensuring all systems remain inspection-ready within a regulated government environment.

Skills

RMF NISPOM Windows UNIX Cisco Nessus SCAP STIGs Security+ CISSP CASP GSEC GCWN CEH Microsoft Certifications Scripting Configuration Management Anti-virus COMSEC Information Security

What you'll do

  • Provide system-level security configuration guidance to system administrator teams.
  • Conduct auditing and anti-virus activities to maintain system integrity.
  • Maintain System Security Plans in accordance with RMF and NISPOM requirements.
  • Coordinate system changes with the ISSM, Configuration Control Board, and government authorities.
  • Review systems for vulnerabilities and implement risk mitigation activities.
  • Investigate security incidents including data spills, integrity incidents, and malicious code events.
  • Ensure all systems remain inspection-ready and deliver security awareness training to users.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance within six months of hire.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).
  • Strong knowledge of information technology and information security principles.
  • Experience with security configuration and administration of Windows and UNIX-based operating systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Prior experience as an ISSO or System Administrator (preferred).
  • Knowledge of RMF and NISPOM compliance requirements (preferred).

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