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Job Description
Come join our growing team and make a difference every day! AnaVation is seeking an experienced Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support mission-critical cybersecurity efforts. This senior-level role is ideal for candidates with expert knowledge of RMF and NIST frameworks, ready to lead complex ATO efforts, manage high-value systems, and mentor junior security staff. The selected candidate will play a key role in safeguarding cloud-based, high-impact, and classified systems across the federal enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the maintenance of security documentation and assist with system ATO and ATT efforts.
- Conduct security control assessments and recommend remediation actions.
- Perform biweekly audit log and vulnerability scan reviews, track POA&M items.
- Collaborate with system owners and technical teams to manage risk and respond to incidents.
- Support ongoing authorization (OA) and continuous monitoring activities.
- Prepare and brief senior leadership on system security posture and compliance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, and 800-137.
This position is full-time onsite at our customer location in Metro-accessible Washington, DC.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience.
- Experience: At least six (6) years of cybersecurity experience, including three (3) years supporting system authorizations for complex, high-impact, or cloud systems.
- Expertise in RMF, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and related policies.
- Experience managing ATO/ATT processes, security assessments, POA&M lifecycle, vulnerability management, and audit responses.
- Leadership experience mentoring junior ISSOs and engaging with senior government leadership.
- Certifications: At least two of the following active certifications: CISSP, CISM, CGRC, CRISC, ISSMP, CISA, CCSP, CEH, Security+, among others.
- Proficiency with tools such as JCAM, Tenable Nessus, and Splunk.
- Ability to develop, review, and present security documentation and briefings.
- Understanding of cloud platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), supply chain risk, and incident response.
- Clearance: Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; Secret clearance preferred.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with cost sharing and full coverage for some plans.
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with generous match and immediate vesting.
- Paid leave and holidays, tuition and training reimbursement, life and AD&D insurance.
About AnaVation
AnaVation specializes in solving complex technical challenges for the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we deliver innovative research and systems engineering to support operational success. We offer challenging projects, a collaborative environment, and opportunities for growth.
If you're looking to advance your career and make a meaningful impact, AnaVation is the perfect place for you!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any protected characteristic.
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