Senior Information Systems Security Officer

The Josef Group

  • Fort Meade, MD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 hours ago
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Ft. Meade Area, MD · Government/Military
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph
$170K–$220KSecure the Mission. Set the Standard in Cybersecurity.We’re seeking driven and experienced Information Systems Security Officers (ISSO) to support a premier cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) program in the Ft. Meade area. This role contributes to one of the community’s most advanced RMF-based programs, helping define the cybersecurity standards for the federal landscape.What You’ll Do
As an ISSO, you will:
  • Support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in maintaining operational security posture.
  • Own and manage multiple System Security Plans (SSPs).
  • Provide technical guidance on system security matters and RMF process compliance.
  • Obtain and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) for supported systems.
  • Assist in developing and enforcing security policies across the customer environment.
  • Provide configuration management for hardware/software/firmware affecting security.
  • Communicate effectively with system owners and customers to ensure policy adherence.
  • Use tools such as eMASS, EXACTA, ACAS/Nessus, Trellis, Splunk, Latte Art, and ServiceNow for assessment and documentation.
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • High School Diploma and 10 years of related experience OR
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT Engineering, or a related field (may substitute 4 years of experience)
  • IAM Level I–III or IAT Level I–III certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+, CAP, GCIH, GSLC, SSCP, CISA, etc.)
  • Strong working knowledge of RMF, NIST 800-53 controls, and customer security requirements

The Josef Group