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Traveling Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

CAE


Job Location:

Altus, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 August 2026 (12 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are:

  • CAE Vision:Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safetyefficiencyand readiness.

  • CAE Defense & Security Mission:CAEs Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop andmaintainthe highest levels of mission readiness.

  • CAE Values:Empowerment Innovation ExcellenceIntegrityandOneCAEmake us who weareand we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

  • A work environment where all employees are valued respected and safe

  • Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver take initiatives and make decisions

  • Recognition professional developmentadvancementand having fun!

Summary

The Traveling Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supports the Lead ISSO in planning organizing staffing managing andmaintainingthe cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) program for C17 Training Systems (TS). This role ensures compliance with U.S. Government cybersecurity requirements manages vulnerability assessments oversees accreditation activities and serves as the primary site security interface for internal and external stakeholders. The Traveling ISSO supports sustainment activities integrates cybersecurity controls into system updates monitors system posture andassistsinmaintainingsecurity authorization packages. The role involves frequent travel to customer and site locations to ensure consistent security practices and alignment with contractual and regulatory directives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks policies and procedures (NIST DoD Air Force).

  • Perform required vulnerability and compliance scans using DoDapproved tools.

  • Conduct system security audits vulnerability assessments and risk analyses.

  • Monitor and enforce controls withineMASSand support system accreditation under RMF.

  • Assistin preparing and maintaining RMF security authorization documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs) and POA&Ms.

  • Provide cybersecurity support for C17 sustainment activities including upgrades patching and configuration management.

  • Collaborate with maintenance operations and engineering teams to integrate cybersecurity into sustainment workflows.

  • Manage and respond to system security incidents ensuring proper documentation and mitigation.

  • ContinuouslymonitorC17 information systems for anomalies or security events.

  • Providetechnical guidance on secure configuration operation and maintenance of sustainment systems.

  • Support secure implementation and testing of system backups redundancy processes and disaster recovery procedures.

  • Ensure cybersecurity activities meet compliance standards under DoD 8500.01 and related directives.

  • Prepare reports on system security posture risk assessments and audit findings for leadership and regulatory bodies.

  • Support delivery of security awareness training and best practices for system users and maintainers.

  • Serve as liaison between cybersecurity IT sustainment andaircraftsupport teams.

  • Interface with government and contractor stakeholders to ensure alignment with broader sustainment and cybersecurityobjectives.

  • Promote a securityfocused culture within crossfunctional teams.

  • Support cybersecurity proposal development and Basis of Estimate (BOE) activities.

  • Maintain cybersecurity schedules and support coordination efforts directed by the Lead ISSO.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Information Technology Cybersecurity Data Science Information Systems Computer Science or related field.

  • At least 5 years of professional cybersecurity experience.Dueto U.S. Government contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

  • Ability to read analyze and interpret complex technical documentation.

  • Ability to respond professionally to sensitive inquiries or customer concerns.

  • Ability to prepare and deliver detailed oral and written presentations.

  • Strong analytical skills for defining problems collecting data and drawing valid conclusions.

  • Ability to interpret customer requirements across verbal nonverbal and written communication.

  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Security Responsibilities

Mustcomplywithall company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials in any form. Shall not divulge any information or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

  • Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

  • Work may occur in shopfloor environments or near training systems.

  • May be exposed to mechanical equipment hydraulics electrical components extreme heat airborne particles or loud noise.

  • Must communicate using standard office equipment including computers and phones.

  • Domestic and international travel may be.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Ability tolift upto 40 pounds overhead.

  • Ability to walk climb stairs and access simulator or cockpit environments.

  • Ability to stoop bend or crawl on or under devices when needed.

  • Ability to detect odors noises or other environmental cues related to equipment performance or surroundings.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee for their job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic including disability and protected veteran status as defined under federal state or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you needassistancetosubmityour application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at

About CAE

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type
Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color national origin age religion sex disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local CAE everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at .

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