**Kadiak, LLC** **Job ID 24200260** _KGS is seeking qualified candidates for our open positions, but we will only extend an offer of employment after a candidate applies through the link in our job posting. If you receive a job offer via email only and have not been interviewed by the KGS hiring manager, feel free to contact_ _KGSrecruiting@koniag-gs.com_ _to verify its validity._ **Kadiak, LLC,** a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an ISSM/ISSO with a Secret clearance to support **Kadiak** and our government customer. **This is a Remote opportunity.** We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. **Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:** **Information Security Management:** • Develop, implement, and manage the organization’s security policies, procedures, and systems to safeguard information. • Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, FISMA, RMF) and best practices for information security. • Perform security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and risk management processes to identify and address security gaps. • Manage security authorization and accreditation of information systems, ensuring they meet all required security controls. **Risk Management & Compliance:** • Assess risks related to information systems and provide recommendations to mitigate identified risks. • Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs), ensuring they are in line with current operational and security requirements. • Prepare and review security documentation, including policies, procedures, and training materials for staff. • Act as a liaison between the organization and external auditors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders on matters related to security compliance. **Incident Management:** • Coordinate responses to security incidents, including identifying, investigating, and resolving potential threats to systems and data. • Lead the development and implementation of incident response plans and disaster recovery procedures. • Security Monitoring & Continuous Improvement: • Implement and maintain security monitoring tools and practices to detect and respond to security events. • Continuously evaluate emerging threats and recommend improvements to the organization's security posture. • Training & Awareness: • Provide training and guidance on security best practices to staff and users across the organization. • Promote a culture of security awareness and ensure that employees follow all security protocol **Qualifications:** • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field. (Equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree). **Certifications:** • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) **Training:** • C5ISR Training Requirements (Required for the contract but can be obtained after start date). **PRIVILEGED (ADMIN) ACCESS:** **ACAS Required Training:** • 5.14 or higher • Older training certificates must be accompanied by Best Practice Guide Knowledge Exam report **ESS Required Trainings:** • DISA ESS 201 • DISA ESS 301 **Experience:** • 3-5 years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years in an ISSM/ISSO role. • Proven experience in managing security compliance and implementing security programs in a large organization. • In-depth knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, RMF, FISMA, and others. **Skills & Abilities:** • Strong knowledge of information security technologies and practices, including encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection. • Familiarity with common security tools (e.g., SIEM, vulnerability scanners). • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex security risks. • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Secret Clearance required **Preferred, but Not Required:** • Additional certifications in risk management, security architecture, or cloud security (e.g., AWS Certified Security Specialty) are a plus. • Experience with security certifications for cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure). • Knowledge of advanced persistent threats (APTs) and threat intelligence. • Familiarity with security management software and automation tools. • Other responsibilities: • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team **Working Environment & Conditions** This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy** The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation. _Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com._ **_Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_**