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# Senior ISSO

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Unix, Cyber Security, Linux, Information Technology, Splunk, Servicenow, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9088568/senior-isso

## About the Role

* 5+ years of Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) experience in secure government environments

 * Strong knowledge of ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and NIST SP 800-53 requirements

 * Experience implementing DISA STIGs and securing Windows, Linux, Unix, and AWS environments

 * Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Tenable Security Center, HBSS, EMASS, and ServiceNow

 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered

 * Active TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph

## Description

Zachary Piper is hiring a Sr. ISSO (TS/SCI - FSP) for a government technology program located in Raleigh, NC. The Sr. ISSO (TS/SCI - FSP) will support secure information systems and ensure compliance with Intelligence Community and Department of Defense security requirements throughout the authorization and continuous monitoring lifecycle. The Sr. ISSO (TS/SCI - FSP) is a contract position requiring 5 days onsite per week in Raleigh, NC and an active TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.

Responsibilities of the Sr. ISSO (TS/SCI - FSP):

 * Partner with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to manage Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with ICD 503 and Risk Management Framework requirements

 * Develop, maintain, and review System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and other security documentation for authorized systems

 * Conduct continuous monitoring activities including audits, vulnerability scans, security reviews, and compliance reporting

 * Ensure compliance through implementation of DISA STIGs and applicable NIST, DoD, and Intelligence Community security standards

 * Coordinate with program leadership and government stakeholders throughout authorization and accreditation efforts

 * Maintain system records in EMASS, ServiceNow, and other systems of record while providing security briefings and recommendations


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