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# Information Systems Security Officer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Hampton, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Xacta, Cyber Security, Databases, Firmware, SAP (Applications), SAP Project System, SARS Software Products
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/323104/isso-information-systems-security-officer-virginia-va-hampton

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a related field and 6 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree and 10 years of relevant operational experience. Minimum of 4 years of IA experience required. Comparable experience may considered in lieu of a degree. \n
 * Current TS/SCI clearance eligibility at start of employment.\n
 * Current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II certification prior to start date.\n
 * Desired Qualifications\n
 * SAP access within the last 2 years.\n
 * Extensive experience with RMF, Assessment & Authorization (A&A), and Xacta IA Manager workflows.\n

## Description

The Leidos Defense Group is seeking qualified candidates for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) position at Langley AFB. This role supports a major Military Intelligence Program aligned with the USAF Air Combat Command (ACC) ISR mission.\n
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In this role, you will provide TS/SCI Special Access Program (SAP) ISSO support to the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) and the 480th ISR Wing at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA.\n
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\nPrimary Responsibilities\n
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 * Manage daily security accreditation and certification activities for TS/SCI SAP systems.\n
 * Monitor SAP systems and environments, update security plans, manage system changes, and evaluate the security impact of modifications in accordance with operational and security directives.\n
 * Oversee SAP account authorization, creation, and management.\n
 * Ensure all personnel possess the required clearances, authorizations, and need-to-know.\n
 * Develop and deliver security education, training, and awareness programs; ensure personnel complete required training prior to receiving SAP access.\n
 * Report hardware, software, or firmware changes to the ISSM and ensure proper actions are taken when vulnerabilities or incidents arise, following all governing directives.\n
 * Provide inputs to the DCGS System Security Authorization Agreement (SSAA).\n
 * Prepare all on-site information assurance documentation.\n
 * Maintain system accreditation data within the XACTA database.\n
 * Create POA&Ms, and recommend or implement corrective actions identified in Security Assessment Reports (SARs).\n
 * Collaborate with product developers, AF acquisition teams, security, IT, and operations personnel to develop and coordinate IA solutions during daily operations and regular working group forums.\n
 * Work both independently and collaboratively with AF DCGS stakeholders; strong oral and written communication skills are essential.\n


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