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# Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

- **Company:** Caribou Thunder
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $142,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Audit Trail, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Linux, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** May 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8912302/information-systems-security-officer-isso

## About the Role

* 5-15 years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance roles supporting defense or government systems.
 * Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
 * Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
 * Detail-oriented, security-focused, and confident interfacing with both technical teams and senior leadership.
 * Skilled in implementing and managing Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and conducting security impact analysis.

## Description

Protect critical systems. Power national defense. Your cybersecurity leadership starts here.
A Day in the Life - What You'll Do

 * Maintain and enhance the security posture of classified information systems within DoD environments.
 * Collaborate with the ISSM and ISO to manage day-to-day cybersecurity operations, vulnerability mitigation, and RMF compliance.
 * Coordinate and document system security changes, continuous monitoring efforts, and configuration management activities.
 * Conduct audit reviews, security assessments, and generate compliance reports for internal stakeholders and external government agencies., Cybersecurity & Compliance
 * NIST 800-53, RMF, DoD 8500 Series, Security Authorization Packages
 * Continuous Monitoring & Vulnerability Assessment
 * Configuration Management and System Recovery

Systems & Platforms

 * Windows and Linux Operating Systems
 * Secure Media Handling Procedures
 * System Topology Design (Logical and Physical)

Documentation & Audit

 * Security Assessments and Technical Reports
 * Audit Log Management
 * Incident Documentation and Policy Development


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