Information System Security Officer

Location

NAS Lemoore, CA

100% On-Site (No Telework)

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required. The position also requires U.S. citizenship.

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

Key responsibilities include:

• 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‑system and network‑device security configuration in accordance with DISA-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 National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
• Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoAs) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
• Providing guidance on cross‑functional cybersecurity efforts, ensuring alignment with organizational 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.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Education:

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

Minimum experience (at least five years) in the following areas:

• 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 STIGs, SCAP Compliance Checker, incorporating automated benchmarks.
• Implementing operating‑system and network‑device security configuration in accordance with DISA-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, DoD 5205.07‑M Volumes 1‑4, SAP policy, and the JSIG.

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self‑directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem‑solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

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

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $115,000 – $150,000, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set.

ASEC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education, veteran‑friendly employer…