Senior Information System Security Officer

Wood Consulting Services

. Act as an ISSO for a large software development program involving software maintenance and development, IT support, systems integration, lifecycle support, enterprise application development, network engineering, and information systems security .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeAnnapolis Junction • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $194,200 - $228,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Information Systems Security, including the development and enforcement of security policies, incident detection methodologies, and vulnerability remediation. Proficient in managing security operations for complex information systems while ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

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Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)IAVA Management ToolsSecurity Policy DevelopmentCertification & Accreditation DocumentationDoD 8570 Compliance

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Hard Skills

Security EvaluationsVulnerability RemediationIncident Detection MethodologiesConfiguration ManagementEncryption TechniquesNetwork SecuritySystem Security Plans (SSPs)Operational Security PostureThreat Mitigation StrategiesInformation Systems Security Policies

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsSelf-InitiativeSolutions-Oriented Team Player

Tools & Technologies

Security ToolsHardware Security ImplementationCommunication ProtocolsInformation System Security SoftwareNetwork SwitchesFirewallsRoutersServersWorkstationsIntelligent Hubs

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Security ClearanceDoD 8570 IAT Level IIDoD 8570 IAM Level II

Industry Keywords

Information Assurance (IA)Software DevelopmentSystems IntegrationLifecycle SupportEnterprise Application DevelopmentIT SupportNetwork EngineeringSecurity StandardsComplianceThreat Detection

Tech Stack

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FirewallsTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as an ISSO for a large software development program involving software maintenance and development, IT support, systems integration, lifecycle support, enterprise application development, network engineering, and information systems security
Work with security professionals to develop and implement strategies to detect and mitigate threats to information systems
Protect critical data sets and provide assessments of system and network vulnerabilities
Support implementation and enforcement of information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing multiple types of information
Support configuration management for information system security software, hardware, and firmware
Analyze threats and develop and implement methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation
Maintain records for workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, and system upgrades
Maintain the operational security posture for information systems
Support the ISSM in maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system, program, or enclave
Develop and maintain Certification & Accreditation documentation in accordance with specified policies
Develop and update system security plans and other IA documentation
Support IAVA management, including initiating IAVA responses and system security scans, completing remediation, extending IAVA patches and security updates to designated sites
Develop system security policy and ensure compliance
Administer user identification and authentication mechanisms of the Information System

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 years of experience as ISSO working independently and/or on teams maintaining secure information system operations in isolated, connected, and standalone environments
At least 5 years of experience using tools to support IAVA management
At least 5 years of experience using tools to support the preparation, maintenance, and management of SSPs and other security-related documentation
Demonstrated knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, and encryption techniques/tools
In-depth experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements
In-depth experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program
Demonstrated experience performing day-to-day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems
Must be committed to developing and adhering to best practices
Must possess a high level of self-initiative and be a solutions-oriented team player
Must have excellent interpersonal skills
U.S. Citizenship required
TS/SCI Security Clearance with an appropriate Polygraph required; polygraph updated within the last six years
Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 12 years of relevant experience preferred
Extensive experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on large software development and integration programs preferred
DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II or higher preferred
DoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level II or higher preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Opportunities for training, certifications, and continued professional growth
Workplace flexibility where permitted by position, customer, security, and mission requirements
Employee assistance and wellness programs, including available fitness-related benefits and discounts
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive employee benefits package