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# Information Systems Security Specialist (ISSE)

- **Company:** Sonalysts, Inc.
- **Location:** Waterford, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Linux, Hyper-V, Virtualization Technology, Information Technology, Tenable Nessus, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Cisco, Vmware
- **Published:** September 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usb5193df07a042c4e69cf23956e9af39e/eaa

## About the Role

* Associates degree (or Higher) in an Information Technology-related field; or three years of relevant information systems security experience.
 * Experience maintaining information system technology (i.e., Windows, Linux, etc.)
 * Must have, or be able to obtain, Security+ or equivalent certifications
 * Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible for a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*

Preferred, but not required, experience in the following:

 * Possessing an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
 * Hold a current DOD Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) Level I (or higher) IAT certification(s) (g., GSEC, Network+, Security+, SSCP, CCNA-Security, CISA, GCIH, CGED, CISSP, CASP)
 * Working knowledge of Linux
 * Experience with administration and maintenance of DoD Classified Information Systems.
 * Experience with DISA STIGs
 * Experience with ACAS/Tenable Nessus
 * Experience with Cisco network devices
 * Experience with virtualization technologies such as Hyper-V, VMWare, etc.

*Obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance involves a comprehensive background check. Candidates are eligible for a clearance if they have demonstrated sound financial management (including good credit) over time, are free of criminal records, have limited foreign contacts or ties, and other factors indicative of a position of trust to protect information sensitive to the U.S. Government.

## Description

Sonalysts, Inc. is seeking an Information Systems Security Specialist for our Waterford, CT office.
What you will be doing:

 * Assist the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in the planning, organization, maintenance and compliance of classified systems in accordance with NISPOM, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and DCSA Assessment & Authorization Guide.
 * Provide day-to-day technical support to classified IS including adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices. Troubleshoot systems as necessary.
 * Mitigate vulnerabilities on information systems to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures while reporting any discrepancies to the ISSM, ISSO and/or FSO.
 * Manage/schedule IS patching, updating, and scanning based on vulnerabilities and threats or regulatory compliance; maintain the day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring for all systems.
 * Manage user access and support user technical requirements.
 * Assist with information systems incident response.

The Opportunities of Employee-Ownership

 * Providing important support to various projects and key systems across the company.
 * Salary ranges between $65,000-$100,000, dependent on experience, qualifications and other relevant business criteria.
 * Becoming an integral part of an innovative employee-owned company which includes


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