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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Systems Security Officer - **Company:** BWX Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Oak Ridge, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,000 - $103,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Antivirus Softwares, Software System Penetration Testing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, Information Leak Prevention, Linux, Forensics Tools (Digital Forensics Software), Information Security Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Intrusion Detection Systems, Open Source Technology, Software Deployment, Data Logging, Data Processing, Information Security Management System, Software Security, Malware, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Operational Systems, CIS Benchmarks, Splunk, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careers.bwxt.com/talentcommunity/apply/1450392800/?locale=en_US ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in a related Information Technology field. * At least 5 years of related experience. * Prior relevant experience will include performing risk assessments, developing security plans, implementing DISA STIGs, and developing Standard Security Configuration Guides or similar technical products. * Advanced technical skills and experience with the following: Splunk administration, network intrusion detection system (IDS) administration, Active Directory and Group Policy Objects, Anti-virus administration consoles, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) systems, Microsoft Windows operating systems, Linux operating systems and advanced cyber security toolkits, malware analysis, penetration testing, and digital forensics tools. * Understanding of open-source and other tools to assist in detection, prevention and analysis of security threats. * Working knowledge of system functions, cyber security policies, and cyber security protection requirements. * Excellent communications skills, especially technical report writing. * Currently hold, or be able to obtain, a relevant active information security certification, such as GSEC, CEH, CISSP, CISA, GCIH, OSCP, etc. * Must be able to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information. * Must be a U.S. citizen. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance. Preferred Additional Qualifications: * Master's degree in computer information systems, information technology, cybersecurity, or related field. * Experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) cyber security systems and infrastructure. * Familiarity with DOE and NNSA cyber security directives, policies, and accreditation processes. * Active DOE "Q" Clearance. * COMSEC Account Manager (CAM) experience. * Experience in nuclear, national security, or critical infrastructure industries. * Knowledge of Operational Technology (OT), DCS, or industrial control system cybersecurity. ## Description The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will be responsible for ensuring development and proper implementation of the security controls documented in the System Security Plan (SSP) for all information systems for which the ISSO is responsible, including sensitive networks and National Security Systems supporting business, special purpose, and security functions. The ISSO provides certification documentation to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for all information system accreditations and performs other duties as required to implement the Cyber Security programs necessary to support U.S. Government regulatory requirements, (DOE/NNSA, NRC, etc.)., Your Day to Day as an Information Systems Security Officer: * Ensure implementation of protection measures documented in the SSP for each information system for which they are the ISSO. * Maintain the SSP and associated artifacts, including risk assessments, Privacy Impact Assessments, vulnerability assessments, Plans of Action and Milestones POA&Ms, etc. * Ensure that security controls for information system resources are based on the least privilege principle and develop alternative solutions to mitigate risk when the most desirable security controls cannot be fully implemented. * Identify, in coordination with the ISSM, and document in the SSP, unique threats to information systems for which they are responsible. * Provide technical assistance with the initial set-up, secure deployment, and proper management of systems that support information security including virus detection, application whitelisting, centralized logging, data loss prevention, and intrusion detection systems. * Perform risk assessments and tests of new technology platforms and leads the implementation of standard security configurations, ex: DISA STIG, CIS Benchmarks, etc., prior to production deployment. * Utilize vulnerability assessment software and related tools to immediately highlight errors in systems configuration, the need for the update of software with fixes and patches, and other security related changes. * Ensure the implementation of procedures as defined in the Cyber Security Risk Management Plan (CSRMP) and the SSP for each information system for which they are the ISSO. * Serve as an active member of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team CSIRT and participates in security incident response efforts by directing first responders to triage an event and performing advanced response actions for escalated events. * Ensure that information access controls and cyber protection measures are implemented for each information system as described by the SSP. * Ensure that users and System Administrators are properly trained in information system security by identifying cyber security training needs and the personnel who need to attend the cyber security training program. * Support awareness training of the workforce on information security standards, policies, and best practices. * Conduct cyber security reviews and test to ensure that cyber security features and controls are functioning and effective. * Perform administration of the centralized logging platform, develop custom dashboards to monitor security status of the environment, and produce periodic reports of key performance indicators and key risk indicators to support Cyber Security metrics at the executive and operational levels. * Redesign and reengineer internal information handling processes so that information is appropriately protected from a wide variety of problems including unauthorized disclosure, unauthorized use, inappropriate modification, premature deletion, and unavailability. * Develop technical documentation describing the deployment, configuration, and management of shared, networked, and multi-user information security systems. * Regularly attend conferences, professional association meetings, and technical symposia to remain aware of the latest information security technological developments., BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid ("Agreement"). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT's Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.