Information System Security Officer

Information System Security Officer

Date: May 26, 2026

Location: Lexington, MA, US

Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory

The Security Department's overall mission is to identify and counter security threats to the MIT Lincoln Laboratory's mission of development of game‑changing technology in support of national security, including guarding against compromise by foreign intelligence agencies and insider threats. To accomplish this mission, the department formulates and implements policies, plans, and actions designed to protect facilities against threats of vandalism, accidental destruction, and sabotage;

and safeguards personnel, classified and unclassified information systems, personal identifiable information, property, and other assets from exploitation and recruitment by foreign intelligence agencies.

We foster a culture where security professionals are empowered to solve complex security problems in close collaboration with Laboratory research teams and Government counterparts. Our people are our most important resource, and we encourage a casual and flexible opportunity‑filled working environment that is technology‑focused. Where mission needs can be met, the Security Services Department encourages flexible schedules and hybrid remote work arrangements.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) whose mission is research in support of National Security.

• Mission – The Security Department's (SD) overall mission is to identify and counter security threats to the MIT Lincoln Laboratory's mission of developing game‑changing technology in support of national security, including guarding against compromise by foreign intelligence agencies and insider threats.
• Culture – We foster an inclusive, opportunity‑filled environment of empowered team members from diverse backgrounds.

• Provide information systems security support to several independent MIT Lincoln Laboratory programs.
• Assist in the security configuration and management of collateral classified systems and networks in a variety of traditional and virtual environments including Linux, Unix, Sun, Mac, and Windows.
• Assist the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSP) and associated artifacts such as the Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), Risk Assessment Report, and Continuous Monitoring Strategy.
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with organization security policies and procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and store system audit records.
• Track audit findings and recommendations to ensure appropriate mitigation actions are taken.
• Conduct network, system, and application vulnerability scanning, configuration assessment, and remediation.
• Prepare for and participate in periodic organization compliance assessments.
• Ensure account management documentation is complete and updated.
• Maintain configuration management documentation (change tracking, maintenance logs, etc.).
• Serve as a member of the Configuration Control Board (CCB) as needed.

You will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, thrive and belong.

• Leadership
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  Room to advance on your team or to lead cross‑functional projects.
• Growth Opportunities
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  Potential for lateral and vertical movement.
• Education/Training
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  Management training, mentorship, in‑house and external courses.
• Exposure
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  Engagement with sponsors, stakeholders, Laboratory leadership and other Departments and Divisions.
• Community
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  Participation is encouraged for Laboratory social events, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), clubs and study groups, volunteering and community service projects.

To work with MIT LL, all employees must meet certain basic requirements.

• Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Successfully pass a background check and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or related discipline…