Information System Security Officer ISSO SCIF
$176,800–$218,400 year
On-siteReston, Virginia, United States
Reston, Virginia, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$176,800–$218,400 yearSmall
Full TimeSmall
Job Summary
Own the Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycle for classified systems by developing System Security Plans and leading security assessments. Operate continuous monitoring programs to track vulnerabilities and ensure timely remediation of control gaps. Enforce segregation of duties and validate system changes while partnering with infrastructure teams on secure design and deployment. Support audit readiness and remediation of deficiencies within a highly regulated environment. Requires Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph and 5-8 years of ISSO experience.
Required Qualifications
- 5-8 years of experience in ISSO, ISSM, or equivalent systems security role
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
- Completion of an IC ISSO training program (or equivalent)
- Strong experience with NIST RMF and ATO lifecycle management
- Experience developing and maintaining SSPs and security authorization packages
- Working knowledge of ICD 503, ICD 704, ICD 705
- Experience operating in classified or SCIF environments
- Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 security controls and assessment processes
- Ability to work independently in a highly regulated environment
- Strong documentation, communication, and audit readiness skills
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting IC or DoD classified system environments
- Experience with continuous monitoring (ConMon) and control automation
- Background in cloud, hybrid, or on-prem classified infrastructure environments
- Experience supporting security assessments, ATO renewals, and audit remediation
- Familiarity with enterprise security and vulnerability management tooling
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