Information Systems Security Officer - Independent Software : Job Details

What you will be doing!As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at Independent Software, you will be responsible for ensuring the security, compliance, and continuous monitoring of assigned information systems. You will support the full lifecycle of cybersecurity programs, helping to identify and mitigate risks, enforce security policies, and maintain adherence to the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF). Your work will directly contribute to safeguarding critical mission systems and national security data.Key Responsibilities:Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of cybersecurity programs and controls throughout the system lifecycleDraft, update, and enforce system security policies, procedures, and methodologiesMaintain the operational security posture of assigned systems to ensure compliance with DoD, IC, and organizational policiesConduct vulnerability and risk assessments to support assessment and authorization (A&A) activitiesMonitor systems for compliance, support incident response, and manage remediation effortsEvaluate and configure security-related hardware, software, and firmware to ensure integrity and policy complianceOversee and assess the security impact of system changes and updatesPrepare and maintain key cybersecurity documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports (RARs), and other RMF artifactsExecute and support security authorization activities in accordance with NIST SP 800-53, NISCAP, and RMF guidelinesCoordinate with stakeholders to deliver clear, actionable security reports and compliance documentationRequired Skills & Qualifications:Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-53 controls and the DoD RMF processPractical experience with Defense-in-Depth strategies, enterprise network security, and secure system architecturesAbility to perform risk assessments, implement security controls, and manage security incidentsExcellent documentation and communication skills, both written and verbalProven ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and government stakeholdersEducation and ExperienceCandidates must meet one of the following education and experience criteria:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience
• Associate's degree (or 18 semester hours of military IT coursework) with 10+ years of relevant experience
• High school diploma/GED with 12+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Fields of Study:Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Systems, IT, Computer Networking, or closely related disciplinesCertifications

• Must meet DoD Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level I requirements
• Preferred certifications include:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)
  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.