Overview: Founded in 1987, IMG is a leading small business that exemplifies competence, integrity and follow-through. We consistently provide customer focused professional services, which ensures our company is recognized for continually exceeding expectations. We believe that at the core of our success stand our people. Our people have provided professional services in the Information Technology field for our customers with a commitment to customer satisfaction for nearly 35 years.*IMG* - is hiring a full-time *Junior **Information System Security Officer* *with TS/SCI *at it's Chantilly, VA location.Responsibilities: The Level 1 ISSO position is an entry level IS professional who provides assistance to the Government on basic IT and information system security issues affecting the mission. An ISSO is responsible to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for providing the day-to-day system security operations by ensuring that operational security is maintained for an information system (IS). ISSOs are also responsible for maintaining effective communications with the ISSM, PSO, Information System Owner, Authorizing Official (AO) or Delegated Authorizing Official (DAO), Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), and the Security Control Assessor (SCA). ISSOs must have a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.ISSO tasks include but are not limited to the following:*Manage the day-to-day system security including physical and environmental protection, incident handling, and information system security training and awareness* Support the Information System Owner to draft, develop, update, or maintain the system security plan (SSP), and other related documents, following NRO, IC, and DoD applicable policies, procedures, and templates;* Support initial risk analysis and present results to the Information System Owner and PSO;* Participate in assessment and integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) testing activities;* Play an active role in continuous monitoring to include assessing the security impact of system changes, updating the SSP, managing and monitoring changes to the system, and disposal of the system in accordance with NRO, IC, and DoD security policies and practices, as outlined in the approved SSP;* Formally notify the ISSM, PSO, and Information System Owner when changes occur that may affect accreditation authorization, thus initiating the re-certification/re-accreditation process;* Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals;* Periodically assist in maintaining and updating IT asset records in NRO XACTA;* Process information systems access requests, ensuring all users have the requisite SCI security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access to the IS;* Report all security-related incidents to the ISSM and the cognizant PSO;* Initiate, with the approval of the ISSM, protective or corrective measures when a security incident or vulnerability is discovered;* Ensure configuration management (CM) for the security relevant IS software, hardware, and firmware is maintained and documented. If a CM board exists, the ISSO may support the CM board if so designated by the ISSM;* Follow procedures developed by the ISSM, authorizing software, hardware, and firmware use before implementation on the system;* Ensure system recovery processes are monitored to ensure that security features and procedures are properly restored;* Ensure system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the system life cycle;* Be responsible for controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (uploading/downloading) between various NRO information systems as required;* Support comprehensive investigations into all NRO related data spills and IT incidents at both government and contractor sites;* Support information protection needs, system security requirements, system security architecture, and verify information protection effectiveness as related to NRO mission requirements;* Provide guidance on system security, assessment and authorization issues, and INFOSEC policy and security vulnerabilities;* Provide advice and guidance to NRO program personnel and Program Security Officers on all Information System (IS) security issues across all NRO activities;* Support the Government POC in managing the acquisition, operation, storage, inventory, and disposition of all Communications Security (COMSEC) related material and equipment as required;* Work security issues involving multiple Intelligence Community SCI Control Systems, DOD SAP/SAR activities, and SCI Special Handling programs;* Provide appropriate security awareness and training to NRO information system users;* Coordinate activities with official designated representatives, chief information officers, senior agency information system security officers, information system and common control providers, and information system security officers;* Monitor and track status of applicable patches including IA vulnerability alerts (IAVA), IA vulnerability bulletins (IAVB), and technical advisories (TA) for the networks and operating system(s) under their purview;* Review applicable audit logs for actions to include but not limited to security relevant events/activities, suspicious activity, baseline changes and notify the ISSM of any discrepancies.* Write, review, and/or assess security documentation and plans (eg, Operational Security (OPSEC) Plans, Program Protection Plans, Classification Guides, DD 254's, Contract Data Classification Worksheets) focusing on safety and security of personnel, assets, resources, and mission.Qualifications: *Clearance Required: *TS/SCI required for consideration. Must be able to obtain CI Poly before starting.*Baseline Certification**: * Must possess and maintain, or obtain within six months from their arrival date, professional Information Security (IS) certification(s) appropriate for the level of duty and responsibility of their position.*Education/**Experience: ** Associates degree or higher and 0-3 years of experience OR HS Diploma and 4 years of experience*Desired Qualifications: ** Familiarity with conducting research and analysis;* Familiarity with network and information system security principles and best practices;* Familiarity with controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (uploading/downloading) between information systems at varying classification levels;* Ability to engender rapport with the military, civilians, and other contractors at all levels;* Ability to prioritize tasks;* Familiarity with applicable NRO, IC, DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Management (IT/IA/IM).*COVID-19 Regulations: *As required by Executive Order 14042 and the guidance provided by the Federal Workforce Task Force, all federal contractor employees are required to be fully compliant with customer COVID-19 regulations. IMG will provide additional information regarding these requirements and how you can request an exception if needed.*IMG COMPANY BENEFITS** Health, dental, vision, and life insurance* Short term and long term disability insurance* 401(k) with generous company match* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)* 15 days of personal leave plus paid federal holidays* Professional development and training assistance*Information Management Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.*Max: USD $0.00/Yr.Job Type: Full-time