Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for a 100% onsite role in Annapolis Junction MD. The ideal candidate will hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph and will oversee and strengthen the security posture of mission-critical information systems ensure compliance with federal information assurance standards manage day-to-day security operations and support certification and accreditation processes for classified systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support information assurance efforts for programs systems and networks.
  

• Develop implement and enforce information security policies standards and procedures.
  

• Maintain and monitor operational security posture to protect sensitive information.
  

• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate threats.
  

• Evaluate security technologies to ensure they meet requirements for handling classified information.
  

• Manage system changes and assess their impact on security controls.
  

• Prepare and review security documentation including:
  

• System Security Plans (SSPs)
  

• Risk Assessment Reports
  

• Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages
  

• System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs)
  

• Support security authorization activities in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and IC/NISCAP guidelines.
  

• Oversee configuration management for security-related software hardware and firmware.
  

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph required.
  

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Information Security Information Assurance or a related field.
  

• 12 years of experience in information systems security.
  

• 7 years as an ISSO supporting DoD or IC programs with similar complexity and scope.
  

• DoD 8570 compliance: IAM Level II or IAT Level III certifications (e.g. CASP CISSP or equivalent).
  

• Strong knowledge of federal security frameworks risk management and accreditation processes.
  

• Proven ability to manage multiple security operations and projects in a classified environment.
  

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrued Semi-Monthly commensurate with experience.
  
• Holidays: 7 Standard Holidays 4 Floating Holidays (Employee Choice).
  
• Payroll: Paid Semi-Monthly on the 7th and 22nd. Direct Deposit Available.
  
• 401(k): 100% match on contributions up to 4% through VANGUARD; immediate vesting. Plus 0% to 4% Profit Sharing at year-end.
  
• Reward & Recognition Programs: Participation in Employee Referral and Bonus Programs.
  
  

• Medical Coverage: Choice of HMO and POS Coverage by BCBS CareFirst. HMO Plan covers employees and their families at 100%.
  
• Dental & Vision Coverage: Provided at no cost to the employee by Delta Dental and VSP.
  
• Life Insurance: $100000 coverage per employee at no cost with additional options.
  
• Long-Term Disability: 60% of base monthly earnings up to $10000/month.
  
• Short-Term Disability: 60% of weekly salary up to $2000/week.
  
  

• Mobile Phone Allowance: $75/Month
  
• Internet Access Allowance: $50/Month
  
• Grooming Allowance: $50/Month
  
• Fitness Allowance: $600/Annually
  
• Professional Association Memberships: $350/Annually
  
• Wellness Challenges: Amazon Gift Cards for Successful Completion.
  
  

• Annual Corporate Trip: Travel and lodging for eligible employees and their families.
  
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued learning up to $5000 annually.
  

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