Information System Security Officer; ISSO

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Location: NAS Fallon, NV

Telework Eligible: No - 100% On-Site

As an Information System Security Officer, you will play a key role in supporting a high‑visibility DoD program. In this role, you’ll help shape and enforce the information system security policies, standards, and methodologies that keep our mission‑critical systems protected.

The job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

• Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies.
• Conducting vulnerability assessments using automated benchmarks and tools such as ACAS, DISA STIGs, and SCAP Compliance Checker.
• Utilizing Solar Winds or Splunk to perform advanced system monitoring, security event analysis, and continuous compliance activities.
• Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defence Information Systems Agency approved STIGs.
• Performing security control continuous monitoring, reviewing system security plans and associated artifacts, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
• Identifying Common Criteria and NIAP certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
• Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
• Providing guidance of cross‑functional cybersecurity efforts ensuring alignment with organisational and program goals and milestones.
• Collaborating on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions, including SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, and Knowledge Articles.
• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential threats to satellite communication infrastructures.
• Position may require flexibility in working hours.

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Engineering, or a related, technical area of study preferred. Without a bachelor’s degree, 10 years of experience as an ISSO will be required.

• At least 5 years of experience in Information Assurance / Cybersecurity (IA/CS).
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) DODI 8510.01.
• Security controls and implementation delineated in CNSSI 1253 and NIST SP 800‑53, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).
• Performing vulnerability assessments using ACAS, DISA STIG, SCAP Compliance Checker, incorporating automated Benchmarks.
• Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defence Information Systems Agency approved STIGs.
• Performing security control continuous monitoring, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
• Identifying Common Criteria and NIAP certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
• Knowledge of ICD 705, DoD 5205.07, and DOD 5205.07‑M Volumes 1‑4, Special Access Program (SAP) Policy, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).

• Candidates must hold a current IAM‑II certification (e.g., CompTIA CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP) as defined by DoD 8570.01‑M.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proactive approach with limited guidance and supervision.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Organisational skills allowing management of competing priorities.

This position requires U.S. citizenship and must have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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