Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Description

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. Be More Than You Can Imagine.
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics (LMA), we approach each day with creativity, innovation, and integrity. We hire people with a broad set of technical skills who are ready to take on some of industry's greatest challenges and make an impact on our nation's security.


The selected candidate will join the LMA Classified Cybersecurity Team as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) on-site at Fort Worth, Texas. The ISSO will support the cybersecurity posture for Special Access Programs (SAPs) within the LMA Classified Cybersecurity Team. This role ensures that all classified information systems meet customer and DoD security requirements throughout the system lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
• Execute technical Information Assurance (IA) in accordance with customer security requirements and the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG)
• Author, maintain, and update system security artifacts (ATO, SSP, POA&M, risk assessments, continuous monitoring plans)
• Validate that security controls are correctly implemented and remain effective throughout the system lifecycle.
• Perform continuous monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and incident investigations.
• Assist on technical solutions to complex problems which require extensive technical expertise and ingenuity.
• Partner with ISSM and other ISSOs to meet program requirements and achieve security objectives.
• Assist in coordination with program security, cyber-management, senior internal stakeholders (e.g., Program Managers), external customers (e.g., Government Security Control Assessors), and other relevant parties to clarify requirements and resolve issues while balancing customer needs against compliance mandates.
• Ensure selected security controls operate as intended in every phase of the information-system lifecycle.
• Participate in the implementation of current and future security domains (e.g. DevSecOps, AI, CDS, etc.)
• Provide cybersecurity education and training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Participate in customer meetings and exercises to satisfy contractual cyber requirements across multiple locations.
• Perform other associated duties as required.

What's In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
You are a self-starter and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You are able to demonstrate sound judgment, possess a strong attention to detail, and make rational decisions. You thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance with an investigation or Continuous Vetting (CV) date within 5 years.
• Prior experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP) security environments.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
• Past ISSO experience
• DoD 8140 722-Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)- Intermediate Certification i.e. SEC+, CASP+, etc.

Desired skills

• Experience assessing comprehensive cybersecurity programs i.e. NIST RMF, JSIG
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to juggle the demands of multiple customers while formulating & driving security direction.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across all stakeholder groups.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities; organized, flexible, and self-motivated.

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.


With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $93,200 - $164,450. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $107,300 - $185,840. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.