SAIC
Information System Security Officer - ISSO
Job ID:
2511349
Location:
San Antonio, TX, US
Employment Type:
Full-time, Day Job
Travel:
10% of the time
Potential Remote Work:
No
Salary:
$105,000.00 – $120,000.00
Clearance Required:
Top Secret (must be current or obtainable)
Date Posted:
2025-11-05
We are seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with expertise in Department of Defense (DoD) compliance standards and a strong familiarity with NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) RMF (Risk Management Framework) and the Authority to Operate (ATO) process. In this role, you will ensure the security and compliance of information systems within a DoD environment.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and execute DoD compliance efforts to ensure information systems, processes, and organization policy meet DoD cybersecurity requirements and standards.
Assist in managing the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, collaborating with stakeholders, preparing artifacts, conducting security assessments, and engaging with the Authorizing Official (AO) and Security Control Assessor (SCA) team.
Perform risk and vulnerability assessments using ACAS, Tenable, or other tools to identify weaknesses and provide mitigation guidance.
Coordinate and develop security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and related documents.
Promote cybersecurity awareness by educating staff on emerging policies and best practices, ensuring compliance with DoD 8140 guidelines.
Contribute to the creation, implementation, monitoring, and annual testing of the Incident Response Plan (IRP).
Support continuous monitoring strategies, analyzing detected threats and compliance violations.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including IT, engineering, and AI/data collection, to integrate security requirements into system designs.
Qualifications
5 years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
Intermediate or advanced 8140 certifications such as Sec+, SSCP, GSEC, CGRC/CAP, CCSP, CCISO, CASP+, Advanced CISM, CISSO, CISSP, CISSP‑ISSMP, GCIA, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, or GSLC.
Minimum of 3 years as an ISSO or in a related role.
In‑depth knowledge of DOD compliance standards, including NIST, RMF, and DODI 8500 series.
Proven experience executing ATO processes and achieving approvals.
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as eMASS, SCAP, STIGs, MDE, MDS, MS Sentinel, and ACAS.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret clearance.
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2511349
Location:
San Antonio, TX, US
Employment Type:
Full-time, Day Job
Travel:
10% of the time
Potential Remote Work:
No
Salary:
$105,000.00 – $120,000.00
Clearance Required:
Top Secret (must be current or obtainable)
Date Posted:
2025-11-05
We are seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with expertise in Department of Defense (DoD) compliance standards and a strong familiarity with NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) RMF (Risk Management Framework) and the Authority to Operate (ATO) process. In this role, you will ensure the security and compliance of information systems within a DoD environment.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and execute DoD compliance efforts to ensure information systems, processes, and organization policy meet DoD cybersecurity requirements and standards.
Assist in managing the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, collaborating with stakeholders, preparing artifacts, conducting security assessments, and engaging with the Authorizing Official (AO) and Security Control Assessor (SCA) team.
Perform risk and vulnerability assessments using ACAS, Tenable, or other tools to identify weaknesses and provide mitigation guidance.
Coordinate and develop security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and related documents.
Promote cybersecurity awareness by educating staff on emerging policies and best practices, ensuring compliance with DoD 8140 guidelines.
Contribute to the creation, implementation, monitoring, and annual testing of the Incident Response Plan (IRP).
Support continuous monitoring strategies, analyzing detected threats and compliance violations.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including IT, engineering, and AI/data collection, to integrate security requirements into system designs.
Qualifications
5 years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
Intermediate or advanced 8140 certifications such as Sec+, SSCP, GSEC, CGRC/CAP, CCSP, CCISO, CASP+, Advanced CISM, CISSO, CISSP, CISSP‑ISSMP, GCIA, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, or GSLC.
Minimum of 3 years as an ISSO or in a related role.
In‑depth knowledge of DOD compliance standards, including NIST, RMF, and DODI 8500 series.
Proven experience executing ATO processes and achieving approvals.
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as eMASS, SCAP, STIGs, MDE, MDS, MS Sentinel, and ACAS.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret clearance.
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