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# Lead Information System Security Officer

- **Company:** Cfocus Software
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Identity and Access Management, Information Security Management, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careersingovernment.com/job/2313685/lead-isso-ts-sci-ci-polygraph-required/

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance
 * B.S. Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
 * 8+ years of experience with as an ISSO for DoD/IC systems
 * Active DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II or III ce1iification (e.g., CISSP, CISM)

## Description

cFocus Software seeks a Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our program supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This position is on site in the Washington DC, MD, & VA area. This position requires a TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance., * Serves as the primary ISSO responsible for Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and system accreditation activities.

 * Develops and maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) packages, security control assessments, and continuous monitoring programs.
 * Coordinates with Authorizing Officials, security teams, and auditors. Manages Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and ensures timely remediation of security findings.
 * Implements security controls and ensures compliance with all applicable security requirements.
 * Provides ISSO support for multiple systems and mentors junior ISSO staff.

cFocus Software seeks a Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our program supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This position is on site in the Washington DC, MD, & VA area. This position requires a TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance., * Serves as the primary ISSO responsible for Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and system accreditation activities.

 * Develops and maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) packages, security control assessments, and continuous monitoring programs.
 * Coordinates with Authorizing Officials, security teams, and auditors. Manages Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and ensures timely remediation of security findings.
 * Implements security controls and ensures compliance with all applicable security requirements.
 * Provides ISSO support for multiple systems and mentors junior ISSO staff.


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