Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

This contract supports the Security Assessment and Authorization (SAA) program and information system security responsibilities at a Federal Agency. Responsibilities of the contract as a whole include providing comprehensive Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) and Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) support to address evolving cybersecurity needs by providing Information Security as a Service (ISaaS).

About the position: Supports the implementation of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Assessment and Authorization (SAA) process to ensure alignment with established cybersecurity standards. The Information System Security Officers (ISSO) manage and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and compliance requirements for government information systems. ISSOs monitor system security posture, conduct risk assessments, support accreditation activities, investigate security incidents, and ensure compliance with RMF, NIST, and federal security standards. ISSOs coordinate with technical teams, leadership, and auditors to protect sensitive data, maintain operational security, and support continuous monitoring activities across enterprise environments.

• Serve as Task Lead
• Required to fill in as an ISSO for additional systems (as needed)

Education: Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in computer science, business management, or IT related discipline is preferred Experience: Possesses at least 7 years' experience serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) or Information System Security Engineer, * Possess at least one of the following certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP),
• Global Information Security Professional (GISP),
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
• or other certifications exemplifying skill sets such as those described in DoD Instruction 8570.1 Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level III proficiency.

• Possesses at least 7 years' experience serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) or Information System Security Engineer at a cleared facility.
• Minimum of 9 years of work experience in a computer science or Cybersecurity related field
• Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center, Splunk, IBM Guardium, Client WebInspect, Network Mapper (NMAP), and/or similar applications, * Possess a bachelor's and/or advanced degree in computer science, business management, or IT related discipline is preferred.