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# Information Systems Security Officer

- **Company:** Ultraviolet Cyber
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Security Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology, Nessus, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-information-systems-security-officer-secret-clearance-ultraviolet-cyber-8008260

## About the Role

* US Citizenship is required
 * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related cybersecurity field. (Or 6 years of experience equivalency)
 * Experience: 15+ years of professional information security or information assurance experience.
 * Frameworks: Extensive working knowledge of the RMF, FISMA, and NIST frameworks.
 * Certifications: Industry-standard credentials such as the CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+.
 * Background Investigation: This role requires a federal background investigation. A current or prior DHS suitability is highly preferred.
 * Clearance: An active Secret DoD clearance is required for this role.

## Description

UltraViolet Cyber is seeking to hire a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to lead the cybersecurity and compliance efforts for organizational IT and classified networks. They drive the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, manage system authorizations (ATO), conduct vulnerability assessments, and oversee continuous monitoring activities to ensure secure operations and regulatory compliance., * System Authorization: Lead the development, review, and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs) and authorization packages.

 * Risk & Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular security audits, oversee scanning operations (e.g., ACAS, Nessus), and manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for remediation.
 * Continuous Monitoring: Implement security telemetry, manage patch statuses, and monitor system activities for anomalous behavior or potential threats.
 * Compliance & Governance: Ensure systems adhere to strict federal, Department of Defense (DoD), or Intelligence Community frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, FISMA).
 * Incident Response & Configuration: Coordinate incident response, evaluate security impacts of system changes, and enforce access controls.
 * Leadership & Advising: Provide strategic risk and compliance advice to system owners and Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), while mentoring junior ISSO staff.


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