Information Systems Security Officer- ISSO

Job Title:

Information Systems Security Officer — ISSO

Job Category:
Security | Time Type:
Full time | Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI | Employee Type:
Regular | Travel:
None

As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), you will be responsible for ensuring that appropriate operational security postures and active security authorizations for all projects/security plans (SPIDs) are maintained for information processing systems. ISSOs are responsible for creating and maintaining required security body of evidence (BoE) artifacts such as Plans of Actions and Milestones (POAMs), and that control implementations and test plans meet all Assessment and Authorization (A&A) milestone requirements per customer requirements and practices.

You will be responsible for conducting vulnerability assessments, assisting programs in managing POA&M resolution, and consulting with program teams as they apply ICD 503 and the RMF standards throughout the IT Systems lifecycle. This is a key position and requires customer approval.

• Conduct in-depth security reviews of program systems, applications, and services.
• Participate in security assessments and, after assessment, develop a transition plan to address areas for remediation to align the application with the baseline standards.
• Ensure that appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and work in close collaboration with the Information System Owner (ISO).
• Conduct research, develop, implement, test, and review application information security IAW DoD/NIST RMF requirements to protect information and prevent unauthorized access.
• Direct the contracting team about security measures, explain potential threats, implement security measures, and monitor applications to meet or exceed all DoD/NIST RMF requirements, resulting in faster and more accurate software releases.
• Support maintenance of active security authorizations for all projects/security plans (SPIDs) and required BoE artifacts such as POAMs, control implementations and test plans to meet all Assessment and Authorization (A&A) milestone requirements.
• Oversee continuous integration of newly developed or modernized applications and services with all enterprise security services (ESS).
• Implement all applicable manual Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), vendor hardening guides, and ensure timely installation of all available patches.
• Use security relevant databases such as XACTA 360, Service+, Continuity Planning Tool (CPT), and Software Approval Process (SWAP).

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or another related technical or scientific discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of ISSO experience in the IC and preferably NGA for multiple SPIDs.
• Experience in conducting security scans.
• Experience in applying security patches and fixes.
• Certification: CISSP or Security+.
• Must be able to obtain a polygraph within 30 days.

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customers’ missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers — every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time‑off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

$75,200 – $158,100 (salary range may vary based on factors such as location, contract categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications).

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits supports and protects employees and their families, including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time‑off benefits.

CAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.