Information System Security Officer, ISSO; part-time

Job Type

Part‑time

Lexington Park, MD

Secret with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. U.S. citizenship required.

No, work will be performed 100% on‑site. Hours must be during the day.

Provide part‑time support (20 hours per week) for NAVAIR’s new Simulators at Sea (S@S) system, ensuring cybersecurity compliance, maintaining system accreditation, safeguarding mission‑critical live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training systems, and supporting secure, integrated war fighting readiness across distributed training architectures.

• Serve as the ISSO for S@S systems in accordance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity policies.
• Maintain system compliance under the Risk Management Framework.
• Develop, implement, and manage cybersecurity documentation (eMASS packages, SSPs, POA&Ms, etc.).
• Conduct continuous monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and remediation tracking.
• Coordinate with system owners, network engineers, and government ISSMs to maintain ATO status.
• Ensure proper configuration management, patching, and STIG implementation.
• Support cybersecurity inspections, audits, and assessments.
• Monitor system logs and investigate security incidents with cyber defense teams.
• Provide cybersecurity guidance for system upgrades, integrations, and deployments at sea.
• Support IA/Cybersecurity requirements for LVC and distributed training environments.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM area of study is preferred.
• At least 3 years of related Information Assurance/Cybersecurity experience, required.
• Strong knowledge of RMF, ATO processes, and DoD cybersecurity controls (NIST 800‑53).
• Experience with vulnerability management tools (e.g., ACAS, SCAP).
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux environments and network security principles.
• Experience with eMASS or similar accreditation tools.

CompTIA Security+ is required. Candidates should also hold one of the following certifications: CISSP, SecurityX (formerly CASP+), CAP, CISM, or GSLC.

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

ASEC offers access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $55.00 – $65.00, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set.

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.