Information Systems Security Officer

Job Title: Information Systems Security Officer **The successful candidate for this ISSO role will be able to define and establish new cybersecurity processes for the team, in addition to the recurring duties of maintaining a cybersecurity authorization. This is because the systems for the DoD are still working to submit a request for their first cybersecurity authorization.***
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer to work on US Department of Defense (DoD) software projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in generating and submitting System Security Packages (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other artifacts for DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), and related processes. Additionally, obtaining and maintaining at least one DoD Authorization to Operate (ATO) for an Amazon Web Services-deployed container-based workload is required.
Responsibilities

• Serve as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) for DoD software projects for over 5 years.
• Generate and submit System Security Packages (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other artifacts for DoD RMF, STIG, and related processes.
• Apply DoD tools such as eMASS and STIG Viewer to create security packages and supporting artifacts.
• Inform software mitigation requirements based on static application security tools results, such as SonarQube, and container scanning tools.
• Obtain and maintain at least one DoD Authorization to Operate (ATO) for an AWS-deployed container-based workload.
• Recommend and validate data protections, test security controls, conduct threat modeling, manage vulnerabilities, and monitor security of deployed workloads.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively throughout the RMF cybersecurity lifecycle with engineering, cybersecurity, business, and customer stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years as an ISSE for US Department of Defense (DoD) software projects.
• Experience with AWS/GOV Cloud
• Experience with DoD tools like eMASS and STIG Viewer.
• Experience with US Intelligence Community (IC) system cybersecurity processes and tools.
• Proficient in generating and submitting SSPs, POA&Ms, and related artifacts for RMF and STIG.
• Experience with static application security tools (SAST) such as SonarQube, and container scanning tools.
• Obtaining and maintaining DoD Authorization to Operate (ATO) for AWS-deployed container-based workloads.
• CISSP, CASP, and/or Security+ certifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SOC functions and tools, such as Splunk or CloudWatch.
• Experience with AWS security services like Security Hub and GuardDuty.
• Experience as an ISSE on a DevSecOps team through multiple software releases.
• Familiarity with system security tools such as Wiz or eMASSter.
• Familiarity with CIS benchmarks and industry security standards.
• Exposure to penetration testing, fuzz testing, and dynamic application security testing (DAST) tools and techniques.

Work Environment
This position involves working with advanced DoD and AWS technologies to ensure the security and integrity of critical systems. The role requires effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders, including engineering, cybersecurity, and business teams. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, continuously adapting to new challenges and technologies
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Annapolis, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $68.50/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Annapolis,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.
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