Information System Security Officer, Lead
Listed on 2026-08-23
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection
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Information System Security Officer, LeadThe Opportunity:
We are seeking an experience d Information Systems Security Officer ( ISSO ) to support the cybersecurity and compliance needs of a U.S. government agency. The ISSO Lead willbe responsible for ensuring the security of agency information systems in compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act ( FISMA ) , National Institute of Standards and Technology ( NIST ) Spe cia l Publications ( SP ) 800 series, Risk Management Framework ( RMF ) , and other federal security policies , and serving as the principal advisor to the Authorizing Offi cia l ( AO ) , System Owner ( SO ) , or CISO on all matters involving the system's security.
You will work closely with system owners, security teams, and IT staff tomaintaina strong security posture, implement security controls, and support authorization and risk management processes. You will ensure applicable cybersecurity policies and controls are implemented for the client’s existing and new systems and operational security posture consistent with current security policy is maintained. You will ensuretimelycompletion and reporting of required continuous monitoring activities, including system security assessments and POA & M, or other identified system weakness monitoring and resolution.
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You Have:- 5+ years of experience with ISSO responsibilities within a federal agency or government contract or environment, including information security or cybersecurity
- Experience supporting security authorization packages through each RMF step, including system categorization, control selection and implementation, security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring ensuring required documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with NIST, FISMA, and agency-specific requirements
- Experience supervising and directing ISSO personnel supporting a portfolio of federal information systems, establishing priorities, and ensuring consistent implementation of RMF processes, quality, and consistency of security documentation
- Knowledge of NIST RMF, FISMA, NIST 800-53, RMF, and federal cybersecurity policies
- Ability to interface with system administrators, auditors, executives, and cross-functional teams effectively
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience working in a fast-paced team environment, promptly responding to client requests and needs
- Knowledge of cloud security frameworks such as FedRAMP, Zero T rus t architecture, and emerging cybersecurity threats
- Possession of strong communication skills
- CISSP, CISM, CISA, Security+, CAP, or CEH Certification
Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client .
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