Information Systems Security Officer; ISSO II

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II

Kirtland AFB, NM

Kirtland AFB, NM

TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain CI poly

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and works closely with the ISSM and ISO. The position manages the security aspects of an information system and is assigned responsibility for day-to-day security operations, including physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. The role also involves coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring system(s) and their operational environment, developing and updating authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries, and assessing the security impact of changes.

The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense agencies, providing day-to-day support for Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities.

• Assist the ISSM in meeting its duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media
• Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s)
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to the hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized personnel individuals
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection, including providing security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers
• Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries

• 2 - 5 years related experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire

• Current clearance TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain CI poly
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.