Today
Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$110,000
No Traveling
CI Polygraph
IT - Security
Morrisville, NC (On-Site/Office)
Role: Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Duration: 12 Months plus extensions
Location: Fully onsite in Raleigh, NC
Pay: $50-55/hr.
Seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to collaborate with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) and lead the security lifecycle of Information Systems in accordance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503 and Risk Management Framework standards. The ISSO will oversee Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, ensure compliance with security regulations, conduct audits and vulnerability assessments, and maintain secure system operations throughout their lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage A&A processes to comply with ICD 503, NIST SP800-53, CNSSI, and DoD/Intelligence Community policies.
Develop System Security Plans (SSPs), oversee technical security features, and facilitate system authorization.
Conduct compliance activities, including weekly audits, vulnerability scanning, briefings, and maintaining CONMON requirements.
Collaborate with government security representatives and cross-functional teams to ensure security standards are met.
Prepare systems for annual audits, reviews, and inspections.
Ensure all System of Record tools (e.g., EMASS, SNOW) are updated and maintained accurately.
Develop Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) as necessary.
Maintain knowledge and functionality of COMSEC and COMSEC equipment.
Required Skills:
TS/SCI Clearance and CI Polygraph.
In-depth expertise in ICD 503, NIST SP800-53, and DISA STIG implementation.
Proficiency with Windows, Unix, Linux, AWS, and various compliance tools such as Tenable Security Center, HBSS, Splunk.
Supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to execute detailed project implementation plans.
Strong communication skills (oral and written) and experience delivering briefings.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and deliver exceptional customer service.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CASP, CCNA, or equivalent.
DoD 8140 Manual Intermediate Foundational Qualification.
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems/Computer Science or equivalent 5+ years of experience in a related technical field.
If interested, please send your resume to dbadin@apexsystems.com
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Duration: 12 Months plus extensions
Location: Fully onsite in Raleigh, NC
Pay: $50-55/hr.
Seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to collaborate with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) and lead the security lifecycle of Information Systems in accordance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503 and Risk Management Framework standards. The ISSO will oversee Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, ensure compliance with security regulations, conduct audits and vulnerability assessments, and maintain secure system operations throughout their lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage A&A processes to comply with ICD 503, NIST SP800-53, CNSSI, and DoD/Intelligence Community policies.
Develop System Security Plans (SSPs), oversee technical security features, and facilitate system authorization.
Conduct compliance activities, including weekly audits, vulnerability scanning, briefings, and maintaining CONMON requirements.
Collaborate with government security representatives and cross-functional teams to ensure security standards are met.
Prepare systems for annual audits, reviews, and inspections.
Ensure all System of Record tools (e.g., EMASS, SNOW) are updated and maintained accurately.
Develop Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) as necessary.
Maintain knowledge and functionality of COMSEC and COMSEC equipment.
Required Skills:
TS/SCI Clearance and CI Polygraph.
In-depth expertise in ICD 503, NIST SP800-53, and DISA STIG implementation.
Proficiency with Windows, Unix, Linux, AWS, and various compliance tools such as Tenable Security Center, HBSS, Splunk.
Supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to execute detailed project implementation plans.
Strong communication skills (oral and written) and experience delivering briefings.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and deliver exceptional customer service.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CASP, CCNA, or equivalent.
DoD 8140 Manual Intermediate Foundational Qualification.
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems/Computer Science or equivalent 5+ years of experience in a related technical field.
If interested, please send your resume to dbadin@apexsystems.com
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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