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# NISSC 3 Information Systems Security Officer, Senior

- **Company:** AMERICAN SYSTEMS
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $116,200.0 - $194,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Xacta, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Security Content Automation Protocol, Software Vulnerability Management, Nessus, Checkmarx, Dynamic Application Security Testing
- **Published:** June 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=130db24167775d9a

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Vulnerability management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer with 7 - 10 years of experience and a to support The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) -Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (NCMC-ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract III Mission., Education: Bachelors in IT, Cyber, CS, IS, Data Science, or SW Engineering OR equivalent DoD/Military training
Clearance: Top Secret / SCI
Certifications: CISM, CISSO, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, FITSP-D, GCIA, GCLD, GCSA, GDSA, and/or GICSP certification.
Experience: 7-10 Years

 * In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity oversight and implementation of security controls and documentation is crucial. Skills in monitoring vulnerabilities and incidents, maintaining security documentation, and producing system security plans ensure consistent security compliance.
 * Capabilities in coordinating compliance activities with pertinent stakeholders and supporting Authorizations to Operate are required.
 * Experience in timely response and resolution to cybersecurity incidents underlines a proactive approach to security management.
 * Experience leveraging tools such as eMASS, XACTA, CORE, ACAS, SCAP tools, Nessus, Checkmarx, and/or ZAP DAST. Holds DoD 8140 qualifying certification.

## Description

As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:

 * Ensure comprehensive cybersecurity oversight by implementing and enforcing controls, monitoring for vulnerabilities and incidents, and maintaining all required security documentation and reports for assigned information systems.
 * Oversee POA&M tracking, lead preparation of system security plans and assessment reports, coordinate compliance activities with stakeholders, and support continuity of Authorizations to Operate.
 * Maintain up-to-date logs, respond to vulnerabilities and incidents, and deliver timely resolution and reporting of all cybersecurity findings.


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