Information Systems Security Officer , Level 3

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software, maintaining a robust cybersecurity posture is critical to mission success. As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), you will support the security and integrity of information systems by implementing, coordinating, and enforcing security policies and procedures. You will help ensure compliance with established cybersecurity frameworks, manage risk assessments, and oversee day-to-day security operations for systems processing classified information.

This role offers a chance to directly impact the protection of sensitive data and systems through hands-on security management, vulnerability assessment, and compliance documentation. If you have a strong background in cybersecurity and thrive in mission-driven environments, this position is an ideal fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and enforcement of information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
• Assist with the preparation, review, and maintenance of critical security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, and Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages
• Perform vulnerability and risk assessments to support system certification and accreditation activities
• Manage configuration control for security-related software, hardware, and firmware; assess the security impact of system changes
• Maintain operational security posture by monitoring compliance with security policies and procedures
• Provide daily oversight of system security operations and administer user identification and authentication mechanisms
• Collaborate with Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and other stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity objectives are met
• Track and maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, switches, and other network devices
• Support security authorization activities in accordance with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applicable DoD/ODNI policies
• Communicate effectively with IT staff, management, and customers regarding cybersecurity policies, incidents, and compliance status

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Extensive experience supporting information assurance programs and managing information systems security
• Proven ability to evaluate, propose, and implement security solutions for systems handling classified information
• Strong knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, and encryption techniques
• Experience performing vulnerability and risk assessments and supporting certification and accreditation processes
• Excellent documentation and communication skills for preparing detailed security documentation and briefings
• Strong organizational skills to manage configuration control and security posture maintenance

Education and Experience:

• Fifteen (15) years of experience as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) on similar programs and contracts
• At least three (3) years of experience in at least three of the following areas:
  • Current security tools
  • Hardware/software security implementation
  • Communication protocols
  • Encryption techniques/tools
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited institution is required;
• Alternatively, five (5) years of additional ISSO experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree

Certifications:

• IAM Level I certification required

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.