Information Systems Security Officer
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Job description
We're hiring an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support mission-critical, classified environments. In this role, you'll help ensure information systems stay compliant throughout the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle-supporting ATO packages, continuous monitoring, assessments, and audit readiness. You'll partner closely with technical teams and security stakeholders to drive secure, compliant system operations., * Build and maintain security authorization packages and RMF documentation
- Coordinate and support Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts
- Perform/control security assessments, compliance reviews, and control validation
- Track vulnerabilities, findings, and remediation activities (POA&Ms, etc.)
- Support Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) and ongoing security activities
- Review scan results/configurations to ensure alignment with security requirements
- Work with system teams to implement/maintain required security controls
- Participate in audits, inspections, and cybersecurity compliance reviews
- Provide risk-based recommendations to improve security posture
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Experience in ISSO / Information Assurance / cybersecurity compliance in classified environments
- Strong knowledge of RMF and the security authorization process (ATO)
- Familiarity with:
- NIST SP 800-53 (Rev 3 and/or Rev 5)
- NIST SP 800-37
- Experience with compliance/configuration scanning and assessment workflows
- Strong communication skills (written + verbal) and comfort working cross-functionally
Tools/Platforms (Experience With)
Experience with RMF/cyber compliance tools such as:
- XACTA
- LATTE / ART
- BISCOTTI
- WATCHCAT
- STE (Experience with similar tools is also valuable.)
Documentation You Should Be Comfortable With
Hands-on experience developing/reviewing security documentation such as:
- SSP, POA&M, SAR, RAR
- CMP, CP, BIA
- SPFs / exceptions and related artifacts
- AARs and audit support documentation
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Prior support of classified government systems
- Experience partnering with ISSMs, System Owners, Security Control Assessors, and Authorizing Officials
- Familiarity with vulnerability remediation and system administration security concepts
- Certifications like Security+, CISSP, CAP, CASP+, or CISM
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance