Senior Information Systems Security Officer (Isso)

What you will be doing!

As a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), your role will be essential in safeguarding our information systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a strong security framework that protects our systems from threats and vulnerabilities. This position demands a proactive approach to managing security policies, conducting assessments, and supporting security authorization processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the information assurance program for the program, organization, system, or enclave.
• Assist in proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing security policies, standards, and methodologies for information systems.
• Maintain the operational security posture of an information system or program, ensuring compliance with established security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Manage the security aspects of the information system and perform daily security operations.- Evaluate security solutions to verify that they meet the necessary requirements for processing classified information.
• Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments to support certification and accreditation efforts.
• Provide configuration management (CM) for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Manage changes to the system and assess the security impact of those changes.- Prepare and review documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs).
• Assist with security authorization activities in compliance with the Information System Certification and Accreditation Process (NISCAP) and the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Experience and Education:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, or a related discipline, along with 12 or more years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience as an ISSO supporting Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Compliance with DoD 8570 standards at IAM Level II or IAT Level III (such as CASP, CISSP, or Associate).

Clearance Requirement:

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

Why Choose Independent Software:

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We've built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

When you join us, you will:

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Apply today.

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.