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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Systems Security Officer - 26-019 - **Company:** AUSGAR Technologies Inc - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Xacta, Kubernetes Security, Microsoft Access, Amazon Web Services, Audit Trail, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Linux, VMware ESX Servers, Hypervisor, Identity and Access Management, SAP (Applications), Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, SC Clearance, Kubernetes, Information Technology, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Splunk, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/73962884-information-systems-security-officer-26-019 ## About the Role * Must have a current Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. * A Security+ CE is required. * Must have or be able to obtain within six months of hire, a DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification (CISSP, CASP+, CISA, GCED, GICSP, CGRC, etc.). * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems or a related field from an accredited college or university and 8+ years of experience or equivalent combination of work experience and education. * 2+ years of experience as an ISSO or ISSM. * 1-2 years of experience securing cloud-native environments, including AWS and Kubernetes, with knowledge of container security, IAM, logging, monitoring, vulnerability management and compliance requirements. * Experience maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) packages within eMASS or XACTA and supporting RMF activities for classified systems. * Experience conducting ACAS vulnerability scanning, vulnerability remediation tracking and POA&M management. * Experience reviewing security logs, audit records, and compliance evidence to support. Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) requirements. * Experience implementing and maintaining security controls in accordance with NIST 800-53 and DoD cybersecurity requirements. * Experience with Linux operating systems and command-line administration. * Experience with virtualized environments and hypervisors. * Knowledge of XACTA or eMASS. * Knowledge of the A&A process for DoD information systems. * Knowledge of NISPOM, DCSA A&A; Process Manual, JSIG, ICD 503/703, STIGs, RMF and associated NIST publications. * Knowledge of incident handling and response procedures, including data spills involving unclassified and classified systems. * Previous experience within the U.S. Department of Defense highly desired. * Expected travel up to 10% (1-2 trips/year). Preferred Qualifications: * Experience supporting TS/SCI and/or Special Access Program (SAP) environments. * Experience supporting AWS GovCloud environments. * Experience with Splunk, ACAS/Tenable, VMware vSphere/ESXi, and enterprise vulnerability management programs. * Experience supporting Security Control Assessments (SCAs) and (ConMon) activities. Salary Range: $125K-$150K Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in Level I-V. An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check. ## Description The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) is responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls for DoD classified information systems in compliance with RMF, NIST 800-53, STIGs, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) and related cybersecurity requirements. This role supports the full Assessment and Authorization (A&A) lifecycle, including maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) packages in eMASS/XACTA, conducting Continuous Monitoring (ConMon), reviewing security logs and audit evidence, managing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scans, tracking remediation activities and Plan of Action Milestones (POA&Ms) and supporting incident response procedures. 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