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AIS (Applied Information Sciences)

Senior Information System Security Officer – ISSO

AIS (Applied Information Sciences)

. Support documentation, testing, and ongoing review of information system security controls .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $101,000 - $152,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Information System Security, including the implementation and documentation of security controls, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring. Proficient in managing security artifacts and coordinating with technical teams to ensure compliance and system integrity.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)Security Assessment and AuthorizationRisk Management Framework (RMF)Security Tools ProficiencyTop Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills
Information System SecurityRisk AssessmentSecurity Control ImplementationVulnerability ManagementDocumentation ManagementSystem Lifecycle ManagementSecurity Control InventoryContinuous MonitoringSecurity Artifacts MaintenanceNetwork Diagram Creation
Soft Skills
CoordinationCommunicationLeadership
Tools & Technologies
Tenable NessusSplunkIBM GuardiumHP WebInspectNMAP
Certifications & Qualifications
CISMCISSPCISSOCISSP-ISSMPFITSP-MGCIAGCIHGCSAGICSPGSLC
Industry Keywords
ATOCleared FacilityTS/SCI EligibilityPolygraphCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cyber SecuritySplunkTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support documentation, testing, and ongoing review of information system security controls
  • Ensure systems are fully scoped and components and technology stacks are accurately inventoried
  • Document and articulate implementation of assigned security controls
  • Support preparation, review, and maintenance of Security Assessment and Authorization documentation and risk assessments
  • Support timely achievement and maintenance of system ATOs
  • Maintain RMF artifacts, POA&Ms, system boundary documentation, data flow diagrams, network diagrams, and hardware/software inventories
  • Support continuous monitoring and vulnerability and patch management activities
  • Ensure systems no longer required are retired, canceled, or decommissioned
  • Coordinate with system owners, technical teams, and security stakeholders to resolve security and authorization issues
  • Serve as a Task Lead and provide ISSO support for additional systems as needed
  • Work closely with system owners and technical personnel throughout the information system lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum 7 years of experience serving as an ISSO or Information System Security Engineer in a cleared facility
  • Minimum 9 years of work experience in a computer science or cybersecurity-related field
  • Familiarity with security tools such as Tenable Nessus/Security Center, Splunk, IBM Guardium, HP WebInspect, NMAP, or similar applications
  • Must possess at least one of the following certifications: CISM, CISSO, CISSP, CISSP-ISSMP, FITSP-M, GCIA, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, or GSLC
  • Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in Computer Science, Business Management, IT, or a related discipline preferred
  • Top Secret clearance required
  • Specific assignments may require TS/SCI eligibility and a polygraph

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Employee ownership
  • Access to resources, training, and mentorship for professional growth
  • Inclusive culture
  • Mission-driven work
  • Competitive and fair compensation