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Colorado Springs, CO (On-Site/Office)
Position Title: Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote/Telework: No - Not available for this position
Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required; exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered if eligible to obtain an interim clearance within 3 months
Work Schedule: Day shift, Monday-Friday
Travel: Up to 10% of the time
Description of Duties:
The Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The selected candidate will contribute to the development and deployment of information security protocols for assigned systems in accordance with program and enterprise policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures. Responsibilities include implementing Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under RMF, as well as supporting product development and maintenance from a security perspective. The ISSO will perform continuous monitoring activities (CONMON), participate in audits and assessments, and present findings through technical reports and briefings. The role also includes identifying root causes of issues, prioritizing threats, recommending and implementing corrective actions, and supporting enterprise-wide policy development across stakeholder organizations.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational ability, and multitasking proficiency. They will also show measurable leadership experience and the ability to mentor others within the information security team.
Basic Requirements:
Desired Qualifications:
Compensation:
Salary range is $130,000 - $148,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and directly relevant certifications.
Application Instructions:
Resumes must include employment dates in MM/YYYY format to be considered. All responses must be truthful and accurate. Misrepresentation of U.S. citizenship, clearance status, or sponsorship needs may result in disqualification and reporting to federal authorities in accordance with national security and contract compliance requirements.
About Aegis Aerospace:
We are a woman-owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. With over 30 years of experience, our mission is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in defending national security, advancing exploration, and pioneering innovation. Our team includes some of the brightest minds in aerospace, committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions in space operations, simulation, and engineering.
To learn more about Aegis Aerospace, please visit our website: http://www.AegisAero.com
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote/Telework: No - Not available for this position
Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required; exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered if eligible to obtain an interim clearance within 3 months
Work Schedule: Day shift, Monday-Friday
Travel: Up to 10% of the time
Description of Duties:
The Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The selected candidate will contribute to the development and deployment of information security protocols for assigned systems in accordance with program and enterprise policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures. Responsibilities include implementing Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under RMF, as well as supporting product development and maintenance from a security perspective. The ISSO will perform continuous monitoring activities (CONMON), participate in audits and assessments, and present findings through technical reports and briefings. The role also includes identifying root causes of issues, prioritizing threats, recommending and implementing corrective actions, and supporting enterprise-wide policy development across stakeholder organizations.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational ability, and multitasking proficiency. They will also show measurable leadership experience and the ability to mentor others within the information security team.
Basic Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have a current DoD Secret Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain an interim clearance in a timely manner
- Must have a minimum of 8 years of general full-time work experience, with at least 5 years of directly related cybersecurity or ISSO experience
- Must have a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
- Must have hands-on experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including A&A processes
- Must have experience preparing formal documentation, reports, or briefings for leadership or agency stakeholders
- Must be able to work on site 5 days per week and maintain restricted badge access
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience mentoring junior cybersecurity staff or supporting technical leadership within an ISSO team
- Familiarity with enterprise-level policy development and cross-agency cybersecurity collaboration
- Knowledge of CONMON procedures, technical writing, and audit preparation
- Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and respond to security threats at the system and enterprise level
Compensation:
Salary range is $130,000 - $148,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and directly relevant certifications.
Application Instructions:
Resumes must include employment dates in MM/YYYY format to be considered. All responses must be truthful and accurate. Misrepresentation of U.S. citizenship, clearance status, or sponsorship needs may result in disqualification and reporting to federal authorities in accordance with national security and contract compliance requirements.
About Aegis Aerospace:
We are a woman-owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. With over 30 years of experience, our mission is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in defending national security, advancing exploration, and pioneering innovation. Our team includes some of the brightest minds in aerospace, committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions in space operations, simulation, and engineering.
To learn more about Aegis Aerospace, please visit our website: http://www.AegisAero.com
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability
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