> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/264128-senior-information-systems-security-officer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/264128-senior-information-systems-security-officer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior Information Systems Security Officer

- **Company:** Analytica Research Corp
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Windows, Unix, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, SAP (Applications), Security Content Automation Protocol, Information Technology, Nessus, Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** May 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usd5343f99e15aeafdfd9fc1cf85ebc8a6

## About the Role

Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience (10 years with a Master's degree).

 * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related technical field.

 * Clearance: Active TS/SCI Security Clearance is mandatory.

 * Certifications: Must be compliant with DoD 8140.03 (IAM Level II or III, such as CISSP or CASP+)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

 * Proficiency in ACAS, Nessus, SCAP, and eMASS.

 * Strong background in Unix, Windows, or Cisco network administration.

 * Familiarity with Intelligence Community (IC) security standards or Special Access Programs (SAP)

## Description

We are hiring a Senior Level ISSO to support mission-critical Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) efforts for a premier defense/government contracting client. This is a permanent, onsite role requiring a high level of expertise in securing classified information systems., * Maintain system integrity, confidentiality, and availability for classified Information Systems (IS).

 * Perform technical security operations: patching, upgrades, backups, and access control

management.

 * Lead Risk Management Framework (RMF) efforts to sustain system accreditation and

Authorization to Operate (ATO).

 * Perform vulnerability assessments and analysis; apply STIG best practices across network and

software environments.

 * Manage documentation (SSP, RAR, SCTM) within systems like eMASS.

 * Support security inspections, audits, and log generation.


## Related Videos

- [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers)
- [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team)
- [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security)
- [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data)
- [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy)
- [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications)

## Related Articles

- [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)
- [Understanding and Mitigating Common Web Vulnerabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/565-understanding-and-mitigating-common-web-vulnerabilities)
- [The Overflow: Security and Privacy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/715-the-overflow-security-and-privacy)
- [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j)
- [Dev Digest 164: AI Agents, AI Blindspots and MCP security problems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/578-dev-digest-164-ai-agents-ai-blindspots-and-mcp-security-problems)
- [Walking Into The Era of Supply Chain Risks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/106-walking-into-the-era-of-supply-chain-risks)