Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Zachary Piper
United States
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$140,000.0 - $150,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Cyber Security Continuous Integration Identity and Access Management Package Management Systems Data Streaming Cloud Platform System Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Nessus

Job description

  • Execute and maintain all phases of the DoD RMF lifecycle, including categorization, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring activities.
  • Build, manage, and maintain authorization packages within eMASS, ensuring documentation remains current and audit-ready.
  • Manage DISA PPSM registrations and maintain accurate ports, protocols, services, and data flow documentation.
  • Author and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, security control narratives, and supporting accreditation artifacts.
  • Partner with engineering teams to remediate vulnerabilities, validate STIG compliance, support assessments, and map cloud-native technologies to NIST 800-53 security controls.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience supporting DoD cybersecurity, RMF authorizations, information assurance, or ATO package management.
  • Hands-on experience with eMASS, DISA PPSM, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, ACAS/Nessus, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity policies.
  • Experience supporting cloud environments, containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and continuous monitoring programs.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Active Secret Security Clearance required with eligibility obtain a higher clearance.
  • Active DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level I or IAT Level II certification required (Security+ CE, CISSP, or equivalent), or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
  • Active CAT Card required.

Benefits & conditions

Salary Range: $140,000-150,000 depending on experience

Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Sick Leave as required by law

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