Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO2) (Government)
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
This position requires office presence a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Work to be performed at a government customer site in Columbia, MD.
The ISSO will help ensure information systems remain secure, compliant, accredited, and operationally ready in support of classified mission requirements. This role requires a security professional with strong Risk Management Framework experience, a disciplined approach to documentation and compliance, and the ability to collaborate with ISSMs, mission stakeholders, technical teams, and program leadership to identify risk, strengthen controls, and support successful program execution.
- Execute consistent and compliant Risk Management Framework procedures in support of information system authorization, accreditation, and reaccreditation activities.
- Maintain asset records, System Security Plans, CONOPS, POA&Ms, and other information assurance documentation in accordance with applicable ODNI and DoD policies.
- Monitor, audit, detect, and respond to areas of non-compliance, security gaps, and unmitigated risk across assigned systems.
- Assess and improve system security posture by collaborating with the ISSM, mission stakeholders, technical teams, and program leadership.
- Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information.
- Propose, coordinate, implement, and enforce information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
- Provide configuration management support for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.
- Assist with day-to-day security operations, including user identification and authentication administration for assigned information systems.
- Conduct research, analyze security information, identify gaps, and recommend practical actions to strengthen controls and reduce risk.
- Support achievement of program service-level agreements and respond to after-hours requests as needed in a 24x7 mission environment.
Requirements
-
Ten or more years of experience serving as an Information Systems Security Officer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
-
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
-
DoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level I is required.
-
Experience with at least one of the following areas: current security tools, hardware or software security implementation, communication protocols, or encryption techniques and tools.
-
Strong understanding of security principles, risk management, compliance monitoring, and information systems security technologies.
-
Experience supporting RMF activities, SSP maintenance, POA&M management, accreditation activities, and security documentation for classified systems.
-
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across security, technical, mission, and leadership stakeholders.
-
Ability to work on-site at the customer location in Columbia, Maryland.
-
Experience supporting federal or Department of Defense programs in a classified environment.
-
Familiarity with ODNI and DoD security policies, authorization processes, and compliance expectations.
-
Experience partnering with ISSMs, system administrators, engineers, and mission stakeholders to resolve security findings and improve system posture.
-
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate documentation, and operate with urgency in a mission-critical environment.
Benefits & conditions
Our Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO2) (Government) earns $98,100 - $168,800 yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) *Pro-rated when working less than 40 hrs/wk.
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected * Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone Our Senior Technology Security jobs earn between $98,100.00 - $228,600.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
40
Regular
Columbia, Maryland
$98,100.00 - $228,600.00
It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.