Barbaricum is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal customers, with a particular focus on Defense and National Security mission sets. We leverage more than 17 years of support to stakeholders across the federal government, with established and growing capabilities across Intelligence, Analytics, Engineering, Mission Support, and Communications disciplines. Founded in 2008, our mission is to transform the way our customers approach constantly changing and complex problem sets by bringing to bear the latest in technology and the highest caliber of talent.
Headquartered in Washington, DC’s historic Dupont Circle neighborhood, Barbaricum also has a corporate presence in Tampa, FL, Bedford, IN, and Dayton, OH, with team members across the United States and around the world. As a leader in our space, we partner with firms in the private sector, academic institutions, and industry associations with a goal of continually building our expertise and capabilities for the benefit of our employees and the customers we support. Through all of this, we have built a vibrant corporate culture diverse in expertise and perspectives with a focus on collaboration and innovation. Our teams are at the frontier of the Nation’s most complex and rewarding challenges. Join our team.
Barbaricum is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support our Ballista team at Fort Cavazos, TX. This position plays a critical role in advancing cybersecurity and compliance efforts in direct support of U.S. Government customers. As an FSR ISSO, you will serve as the on-site lead for managing Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities, working closely with engineers and stakeholders to ensure secure and compliant deployment of mission software.
Responsibilities:
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Achieve ATOs for Palantir software across multiple government customers with minimal oversight.
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Conduct and manage continuous monitoring activities of assigned systems.
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Partner with engineers to analyze software, interpret security requirements, and plan effective control implementations.
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Provide policy expertise, exceptional customer service, and accurate security documentation.
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Act as the primary in-person point of contact for cybersecurity and compliance matters.
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Independently interpret vulnerability scan results (ACAS, SCAP) and maintain a POA&M for remediation efforts.
Qualifications:
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
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Proficiency in interpreting and communicating government security policy to technical and non-technical audiences.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
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Experience accrediting IT systems using frameworks such as DoD RMF, ICD 503, or DIACAP.
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Initiative in identifying challenges and proposing creative, proactive solutions.
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Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT II certification (e.g., Security+ or CISSP).
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At least 2 years of experience directly supporting RMF/ATO processes.
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Hands-on experience with on-prem environments and security tools including ACAS and STIG-related software.
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Ability to be on-site 5 days per week at Fort Cavazos, TX.
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Willingness to travel up to 10%.
EEO Commitment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
