Full-Time

Information System Security Officer

Level 2

Posted on 1/31/2025

Parsons

Parsons

10,001+ employees

Provides solutions for security and infrastructure

Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$83.3k - $145.8kAnnually

Junior, Mid

United Kingdom

This position is in the United Kingdom - NO REMOTE WORK.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Active Top Secret SCI with CI Poly DoD security clearance
  • Bachelors degree with typically 2+ years of relevant experience. Candidates with a Masters degree require 1+ year(s) of relevant experience. Additional years of experience can qualify in lieu of a degree for non-degreed candidates.
  • Experience with Information technology security, information systems security, and information assurance.
  • Active DoD 8570 compliant IAT-II Professional Certification compliance, or willingness/ability to obtain within 6 months.
Responsibilities
  • Performs assessments of information systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. This is achieved through passive evaluations (compliance audits) and active evaluations (vulnerability assessments).
  • Supports the formal Security Test & Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports.
  • Establishes strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports for obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. This includes process support, analysis support, coordination support, security certification test support, security documentation support, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections, and periodic audits.
  • Assists in the implementation of required government policy (e.g., NISPOM, DCID 6/3), and makes recommendations on process tailoring.
  • Periodically conducts a review of each system’s audits and monitors corrective actions until all actions are closed.
  • Manages program and project implementation and makes significant contributions to department goals and planning efforts.

Parsons provides solutions in national security, defense, and global infrastructure. The company offers a wide range of services, including infrastructure projects and advanced technology solutions, to both government and commercial clients. Their work involves systems and software engineering, quality assurance, compliance, and security. Parsons stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term partnerships and project-based engagements, ensuring high-value solutions for complex challenges. The goal of Parsons is to enhance the efficiency and security of operations through the use of artificial intelligence, preparing large-scale data for AI applications and maintaining the integrity of vital systems.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$243.2M

Headquarters

Centreville, Virginia

Founded

1944

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What believers are saying

  • Increased AI investment in cybersecurity aligns with Parsons' focus on security solutions.
  • The U.S. Department of Defense's AI budget increase offers Parsons growth opportunities.
  • Public-private partnerships in infrastructure create long-term contract opportunities for Parsons.

What critics are saying

  • Loss of key personnel like L. Roger Mason may impact strategic initiatives.
  • Increased competition in engineering could pressure Parsons to maintain its edge.
  • Reliance on government contracts exposes Parsons to geopolitical and spending risks.

What makes Parsons unique

  • Parsons excels in AI-driven solutions for national security and infrastructure projects.
  • The company has a strong track record with government and commercial contracts.
  • Parsons' expertise in systems engineering and compliance sets it apart in the industry.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Stock Ownership Plan