> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1282624-information-systems-security-officer-isso2-government](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1282624-information-systems-security-officer-isso2-government). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO2) (Government) - **Company:** AT&T Inc. - **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $98,100.0 - $168,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Firmware, Identity and Access Management, Software Security, Information Technology, User Identification, Plan of Action and Milestones - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9031346/information-systems-security-officer-isso2-government ## About the Role * 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. ## 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. ## Related Videos - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Software Security 101: Secure Coding Basics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/220-software-security-101-secure-coding-basics) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Reporting Active Exploits in 24 Hours: Are You Ready for the CRA?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100248-reporting-active-exploits-in-24-hours-are-you-ready-for-the-cra) - [One Pipeline, Three Regulator - SBOM Compliance for the Developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100169-one-pipeline-three-regulator-sbom-compliance-for-the-developer) ## Related Articles - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)