ISSO

Job Title: Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Department: Information Assurance
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Job Summary:
Westway Services Group LLC is seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support classified information systems in Aurora Colorado. The ISSO will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and enforcing cybersecurity policies and procedures in accordance with government directives, ensuring compliance with applicable security standards, and supporting day-to-day cybersecurity operations. This position requires a proactive individual with strong technical and security background, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as the ISSO for classified information systems within a SCIF, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-53, and ICD 503 security standards
• Implement, manage, and maintain security controls as outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP) and related documentation
• Conduct system audits, vulnerability scans, and continuous monitoring activities
• Develop, maintain, and update accreditation packages (RMF, A&A documentation)
• Ensure all users meet access authorization, need-to-know, and security training requirements before granting access to systems
• Monitor, investigate, and report security incidents and support incident response activities
• Maintain system configuration management in compliance with security baselines
• Support security inspections, assessments, and audits by government and customer security personnel
• Provide cybersecurity awareness training and enforce user security responsibilities
• Work closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), System Administrators, and Program Management to ensure compliance with applicable policies and directives

Required Skills:
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current CI Polygraph
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or higher)
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, ISSO/ISSM support, or related field
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, and other applicable federal security frameworks
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools, HBSS, and other security tools
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented and mission-focused environment
• Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools to monitor, analyze, and report on system and network events in support of compliance, auditing, and incident response requirements



Education:
• High school diploma (required)
• Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum Qualifications:
• Active TS/SCI security clearance w/Polygraph is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting classified systems within a SCIF environment
• Possession of Security+ certification
Preferred Qualifications:
• CISSP, CISM, or other advanced cybersecurity certifications
• NRO and/or CIA experience is a plus
Working Location Environment:
• Indoors
• Two locations
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Visual acuity to recognize people, numbers, and words
• Extensively use hands and fingers to feel and reach with arms
• Eye and hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and phone
• Must be able to regularly life and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds at times
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, stoop and crawl consistently
Security Compliance Requirements:
• US Citizenship is required to meet government regulations
• If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment
• Background and reference checks conducted

Working Hours:
Monday-Friday
40 hours
*Individuals in this position are expected to be available during the normal hours of the business, and may occasionally be asked to vary their schedule and or work overtime to meet operating requirements
Travel Requirements:
10% (support Virginia facilities and audits)
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Telework:
None




Westway Services Group LLC is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Westway Services Group LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Westway Services Group LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment offer reference and post-offer background checks, where permitted by law.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Nothing in this job description restricts Westway's flexibility to reassign duties and new responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.

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