Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

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At Leidos were not just delivering solutions were pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity investing in our communities and building sustainably for tomorrow.

Shape the future of digital defense.

Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology architecting cutting-edge solutions in cyber defense logistics optimization security operations and decision intelligence. Were the minds behind the mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure.

Ready to engineer solutions that matter

Primary Responsibilities

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command Control Communication Computer Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program focused on delivering secure scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise.

As the ISSO you will oversee the security posture of our cloud-based systems and ensure compliance with federal and industry standards. This role is critical in safeguarding sensitive data managing risk and supporting secure cloud operations across our enterprise and government-facing platforms. Youll work closely with cloud engineers cybersecurity analysts and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead ISSO for cloud-hosted systems ensuring compliance with NIST RMF FedRAMP FISMA and other applicable frameworks.

• Develop and maintain system security plans (SSPs) risk assessments POA&Ms and other security documentation.

• Coordinate with system owners cloud architects and DevSecOps teams to implement security controls and continuous monitoring strategies.

• Lead security authorization and accreditation processes for cloud systems.

• Conduct vulnerability scans analyze findings and oversee remediation efforts.

• Monitor cloud environments for security incidents and support incident response and reporting.

• Interface with auditors assessors and government stakeholders during security reviews and assessments.

• Stay current on cloud security trends threats and regulatory changes.

• Support cross-functional coordination across engineering cybersecurity and program management teams

• Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement

• Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. Computer Science Information Systems Business)

• 12 years of experience in managing information systems security.

• Experience with AWS Azure or GCP cloud platforms and their native security services.

• Familiarity with tools such as eMASS Xacta Nessus and Splunk.

• Active security certification such as CISSP CAP CISM or CCSP.

• Excellent facilitation communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced mission-driven environment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust and DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting DHS USCG or other federal cloud modernization efforts

• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and cloud-native security models.

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

At Leidos we dont want someone who fits the moldwe want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless the over-caffeinated the ones who ask whats next before the dust settles on whats now.

If youre already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. Youll fit right in.

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Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.