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Sr Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), Advisor TSSCI wpoly

Peraton


Job Location:

Winchester, KY - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 146000 - 234000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking an Sr Information Systems Security Officerto support our Federal Strategic Cyber programs.

Location: Winchester VA

In this role you will:

  • Apply best practices for cybersecurity program standards processes procedures and industry-standard security frameworks.
  • Implement and assess security controls in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 NIST SP 800-53A requirements and guidance.
  • Develop security policies and procedures CSS SSP SSPP and assess ATO package artifacts.
  • Apply expert knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) v5 processes and workflows.
  • Use eMASS to execute RMF v5 activities document and update system status identify and manage operational and technical security controls assess implementation and risk manage non-compliant and non-validated controls manage POA&Ms from entry through closeout produce reports and track POA&M due dates.
  • Complete checklists to ensure Security Authorization Process documentation is complete and complies with applicable guidance.
  • Collaborate with IT counterparts communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences and coordinate STIG remediation with system administrators and developers.
  • Conduct risk assessments monitor security incidents and respond appropriately to security threats.
  • Apply knowledge of network technologies and protocols TCP/IP operating systems security protocols system architecture and data flows security categorization requirements configuration management processes firewalls and configurations intrusion detection and prevention systems encryption techniques Windows Unix Linux databases web servers and other applications.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science Business Management or IT related discipline.
  • Minimum of 9 years of work experience in a Computer Science or Cybersecurity related field with at least 7 of those years serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) or Information System Security Engineer at a cleared facility.
  • Must have at least 1 of the following certifications:
    • CISSP GISP or CASP/SecurityX
  • Must meet DoD 8140.03 Advanced proficiency aligned to Information Systems Security Manager (Work Role 722). Must have at least 1 of the following certifications or advanced degrees listed below:
    • CISM - Certified Information Security Manager
    • CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
    • CISSP-ISSMP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - Information Systems Security Management Professional
    • FITSP-M - Federal IT Security Professional-Manager-NG
    • GCIA - GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst
    • GCIH - GIAC Certified Incident Handler
    • GICSP - Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional
    • GSLC - GIAC Security Leadership Certification
    • Doctorate - Computer Science
    • Doctorate - Cybersecurity
    • Doctorate - Data Science
    • Doctorate - Information Systems
    • Doctorate - Information Technology
    • Doctorate - Software Engineering
    • Master of Science - Strategic Information and Cyberspace Studies (NDU CIC)
    • Masters - Computer Science
    • Masters - Cybersecurity
    • Masters - Data Science
    • Masters - Information Systems
    • Masters - Information Technology
    • Masters - Software Engineering
  • Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center Splunk IBM Guardium HP Web Inspect Network Mapper (NMAP) and/or similar applications.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain a polygraph.
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$146000 - $234000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the individuals experience education knowledge skills and competencies as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position employees may be eligible for overtime shift differential and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.

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Peraton provides innovative solutions for the most sensitive and critical programs in government today, developed and executed by scientists, engineers, and other experts.

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