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# Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Remote

- **Company:** RCG, Inc.
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $115,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Security Management, Information Technology, Nessus, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86942391/1

## About the Role

Clearance Requirement: Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Public Trust Clearance, * Must be able to pass a public trust background check

 * 3-5+ years of experience in IT or cybersecurity roles, with at least 1 year supporting ISSO or security compliance functions
 * Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business, or related field
OR Associate's degree with relevant experience and certification
OR additional relevant experience in lieu of degree

 * Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements (RMF, NIST, FISMA)
 * Experience with vulnerability scanning, assessment, and remediation tracking
 * Experience developing or reviewing security documentation and system security plans
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills, * DoD 8570/8140 certification (Security+, CISSP, or equivalent)
 * Experience with ACAS, Nessus, or similar tools
 * Familiarity with eMASS or similar A&A tools
 * Experience supporting federal IT or cloud-based environments

## Description

This is a remote position supporting cybersecurity, compliance, and system security activities across federal environments. This role supports both hands-on RMF execution and security compliance efforts, ensuring systems remain authorized and aligned with federal requirements., * Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities to maintain system accreditation and acceptable risk levels

 * Work with system engineers and administrators to develop corrective action plans based on internal and external audit findings
 * Perform routine self-assessment audits to ensure compliance with federal and agency security requirements
 * Provide tracking, coordination, and reporting for cybersecurity training compliance activities
 * Develop and maintain system security plans (SSPs) and other required security documentation
 * Perform or interpret vulnerability assessment scans and track mitigation actions with system teams
 * Manage and track POA&M activities and remediation progress
 * Collaborate with engineers, administrators, and stakeholders to ensure security controls are implemented and maintained
 * Provide input through reports, briefings, and documentation to support compliance and leadership visibility


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