Junior Information System Security Officer; ISSO

Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Springfield, VA, USA

Posted Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™

ASRC Federal Data Network Technologies, LLC (AFDT) is seeking a Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for its critical government contracts.

Work Location: On-Site

*** Offer will be contingent upon Contract Award

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) serves as a premier law enforcement agency enhancing the nation's safety, security, and prosperity through collaboration, innovation, and integration. With approximately 64,000 employees, CBP is one of the world's largest law enforcement organizations.

CBP’s mission to secure America’s borders, facilitate lawful trade and travel, and support national security depends on uninterrupted, secure, and responsive network operations. The NOC (Network Operations Center) and WNOC (Wireless NOC) form the backbone of CBP’s technological capabilities, enabling real-time monitoring, incident management, and operational continuity 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. These services are not merely supportive – they are foundational.

Without secure and operational network infrastructure, CBP cannot function.

The CBP NOC/WNOC is staffed 24x7x365 with three (3) shifts of mid to senior level contract technicians. The facilities are located the Ashburn, Virginia, Springfield, Virginia, and in Orlando, Florida, and staffed as active/active operations centers. The primary NOC worksite is in Springfield & Ashburn, Virginia.

A junior ISSO role will highlight past experiences over a 3 to 5-year period. The candidate must have 3 years of knowledge in and be

• Proficient in network and information system security principles and best practices.
• In-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), the NIST publications, and the DHS 4300A Policy Directive.
• Experience with implementing the NIST 800-53 Security Controls in an Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.
• Experience reviewing Nessus scans, managing vulnerability mitigation and the information security process in an Enterprise environment.
• Basic understanding of Enterprise networking concepts.
• Ability to work well within a team environment and build reports with government and customer organizations.
• U.S. Citizenship and/or current, active EOD (Entry on Duty) for a DHS Background check.
• Certifications, such as Network+ and Security +, CISSP, and Security auditing are preferred.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law.

Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.