The Leading Niche
Information System Security Officer (ISSO III) - US Navy
The Leading Niche, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
Overview
The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) III will support the Navy in ensuring that information systems remain secure, compliant, and mission-ready. This role is responsible for implementing cybersecurity controls, monitoring security posture, supporting incident response, and ensuring compliance with Department of Navy, NAVSEA, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Responsibilities Implement and manage information security controls across Navy IT systems. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations, directives, and published policies. Conduct vulnerability and threat analyses, document findings, and recommend corrective actions. Support cybersecurity incident response activities including
isolation of affected assets, initial investigation, evidence collection, and status reporting. Monitor systems for suspicious activity, unauthorized access, and security misconfigurations. Prepare and maintain system security documentation to support accreditation and assessment processes. Provide updates, reports, and security briefings to Navy leadership and program managers. Collaborate with system administrators, engineers, and other cybersecurity personnel to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Navy information systems. Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Communications Systems Management, or other STEM discipline.
Experience: Minimum
6 years of experience
coordinating and enacting security changes within an organization. Experience with vulnerability and threat analysis, compliance enforcement, and incident response. Familiarity with DoD and Navy cybersecurity practices and reporting requirements.
Skills & Knowledge: Proficiency in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats. Strong understanding of
Risk Management Framework (RMF) , system accreditation processes, and DoD cybersecurity directives. Excellent communication and reporting skills with the ability to provide clear, actionable recommendations.
Certifications: Must hold a
baseline certification
as outlined in the
Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) requirements
(e.g., Security+ CE, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent).
Security Clearance Requirements Active
Secret clearance
Salary Description
85,000 - 150,000
The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) III will support the Navy in ensuring that information systems remain secure, compliant, and mission-ready. This role is responsible for implementing cybersecurity controls, monitoring security posture, supporting incident response, and ensuring compliance with Department of Navy, NAVSEA, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Responsibilities Implement and manage information security controls across Navy IT systems. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations, directives, and published policies. Conduct vulnerability and threat analyses, document findings, and recommend corrective actions. Support cybersecurity incident response activities including
isolation of affected assets, initial investigation, evidence collection, and status reporting. Monitor systems for suspicious activity, unauthorized access, and security misconfigurations. Prepare and maintain system security documentation to support accreditation and assessment processes. Provide updates, reports, and security briefings to Navy leadership and program managers. Collaborate with system administrators, engineers, and other cybersecurity personnel to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Navy information systems. Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Communications Systems Management, or other STEM discipline.
Experience: Minimum
6 years of experience
coordinating and enacting security changes within an organization. Experience with vulnerability and threat analysis, compliance enforcement, and incident response. Familiarity with DoD and Navy cybersecurity practices and reporting requirements.
Skills & Knowledge: Proficiency in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats. Strong understanding of
Risk Management Framework (RMF) , system accreditation processes, and DoD cybersecurity directives. Excellent communication and reporting skills with the ability to provide clear, actionable recommendations.
Certifications: Must hold a
baseline certification
as outlined in the
Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) requirements
(e.g., Security+ CE, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent).
Security Clearance Requirements Active
Secret clearance
Salary Description
85,000 - 150,000