Information Security Compliance – Virtual ISSM/ISSO Consulting

Overview

One Circle Solutions' Virtual ISSM/ISSO Program allows you to manage and control your engagement costs. As a trusted provider of security consulting services, we offer subject matter expertise and training for your personnel to perform their respective tasks, handle the full range of ISSM/ISSO responsibilities, or provide a customized combination of both, tailored to meet your organization's needs and budget.

Experience

All consultants at One Circle Solutions meet the DoD 8570 requirements for IAT Level III and IAM Level III. Our consultants not only provide Risk Management Framework (RMF) consulting services but also have extensive experience teaching RMF principles. Many have served in official RMF roles either as government employees or DoD contractors.

Consulting Services

Our range of services helps you implement lean practices, minimize errors and delays, and standardize and scale the most effective processes, all supported by comprehensive documentation.

  • Virtual Information System Manager (ISSM) Roles/Responsibilities

    Information System Security Managers (ISSM) act as technical advisors to AOs, are primarily responsible for maintaining the overall security posture of the systems within their organization, and are accountable for the implementation of DoD 8510.01.

    The organization’s Cybersecurity program is developed by ISSMs that includes Cybersecurity architecture, requirements, objectives and policies, Cybersecurity personnel, and Cybersecurity processes and procedures. ISSMs are also in charge of the continuous monitoring of systems within their purview to ensure compliance with Cybersecurity policies. Moreover, ISSM responsibilities include (taken from DoDI 8500.01 and 8510.01):

    -Support implementation of the RMF.

    -Maintain and report IS and PIT systems assessment and authorization status and issues in accordance with DoD Component guidance.

    -Provide direction to the ISSO in accordance with DoDI 8500.01

    -Coordinate with the organization’s security manager to ensure issues affecting the organization’s overall security are addressed appropriately.

    -Ensure that IOs and stewards associated with DoD information received, processed, stored, displayed, or transmitted on each DoD IS and PIT system are identified in order to establish accountability, access approvals, and special handling requirements.

    -Maintain a repository for all organizational or system-level Cybersecurity-related documentation.

    -Ensure that ISSOs are appointed in writing and provide oversight to ensure they are following established Cybersecurity policies and procedures.

    -Monitor compliance with cybersecurity policy, as appropriate, and review the results of such monitoring.

    -Ensure that Cybersecurity inspections, tests, and reviews are synchronized and coordinated with affected parties and organizations.

    -Ensure implementation of IS security measures and procedures including reporting incidents to the AO and appropriate reporting chains, and coordinating system-level responses to unauthorized disclosures in accordance with DoD Manual 5200.01, Volume 3 for classified information or DoD Manual 5200.01, Volume 4 for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), respectively.

    -Ensure handling of possible or actual data spills of classified information resident in ISs, are conducted in accordance with DoD 5200.01, Volume 3.

    -Act as the primary cyber security technical advisor to the AO for DoD IS and PIT systems under their purview.

    -Ensure that Cybersecurity-related events or configuration changes that may impact DoD IS and PIT systems authorization or security posture are formally reported to the AO and other affected parties, such as IOs and stewards and AOs of interconnected DoD ISs.

    -Ensure the secure configuration and approval of IT below the system level (i.e., products and IT services) in accordance with applicable guidance prior to acceptance into or connection to a DoD IS or PIT system.

  • Virtual Information Security System Officer (ISSO) Roles/Responsibilities

    In addition to the responsibilities established in DoDI 8500.01, the ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for the component DoD IS or PIT system. This includes the following activities related to maintaining situational awareness and initiating actions to improve or restore cybersecurity posture. The role of ISSOs (formerly IA Officers), or the ISSM if no ISSO is appointed, is to:

    Assist the ISSMs in meeting their duties and responsibilities.

    Implement and enforce all DoD IS and PIT system cybersecurity policies and procedures, as defined by cybersecurity-related documentation.

    Ensure that all users have the requisite security clearances and access authorization, and are aware of their cybersecurity responsibilities for DoD IS and PIT systems under their purview before being granted access to those systems.

    In coordination with the ISSM, initiate protective or corrective measures when a cybersecurity incident or vulnerability is discovered and ensure process is in place for authorized users to report all cybersecurity-related events and potential threats and vulnerabilities to the ISSO.

    Ensure that all DoD IS cybersecurity-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.

    When circumstances warrant, a single individual may fulfill both the ISSM and the ISSO roles.

Benefits of Virtual ISSM/ISSO Services

Build a robust cybersecurity program with the expertise of a virtual ISSM/ISSOs. By partnering with One Circle Solutions, you gain:

Expert Guidance

Access seasoned cybersecurity professionals without the need for a full-time hire.

Cost Efficiency

Avoid the high costs associated with onboarding a permanent professional.

Flexibility

Tailored services that adapt to your organization's specific security needs and goals.

Ongoing Support

Continuous monitoring and strategic advice to keep your security posture strong.

Meet Your Compliance & Framework Requirements

Our proven methodology follows a phased approach to assess your current security posture, develop a strategic roadmap aligned with your business objectives, and drive the implementation of prioritized security projects.

Virtual ISSM/ISSO Service Deliverables

Our Team will Customize Your Security Program To Meet Your Requirements

Security Policy Review

Security Architecture Review

A vCISO from One Circle Solutions provides your security team with the expertise, experience, and support needed to achieve your organization's security goals effectively.

A comprehensive audit and review of existing technologies and security controls to benchmark the current performance of your security program.

Security Risk Assessment

Provide decision-makers with insights into vulnerabilities within corporate systems, enabling them to take proactive defensive measures and develop effective risk response strategies.

Incident Response Planning

Develop an incident response plan to reduce the impact of cybersecurity incidents, offering clear, practical guidelines for effectively responding to such events.

Vulnerability Management

Establish a framework to proactively identify, classify, remediate, and mitigate vulnerabilities within applications or IT infrastructure, aiming to reduce overall risk.

Vendor Risk Management

Data Classification

Manage third-party risks by developing a system to track potential threats, creating a comprehensive risk evaluation process, and establishing protocols for effectively addressing and mitigating those risks.

Develop and implement a plan to categorize data according to its sensitivity, required protection, and the overall risk it poses to the organization.