Senior ISSO: DoD RMF & Cyber Defense Lead (Riyadh)

Trace Systems Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Trace Systems is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the USMTM CITS contract in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ISSO will manage cybersecurity posture, authorization, continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance for mission-critical systems.

The role requires active DoD-style credentials, a US Secret clearance, and relocation to Riyadh.

Qualifications

• Active US Government issued Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship is required due to contract requirements.
• Meet DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role (541 - Vulnerability Assessment Analyst).
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science or related fields; military cyber training may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Support RMF processes and authorization packages for DoD systems.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans and authorization artifacts.
• Assist with ATO sustainment, POA&Ms, continuous monitoring and risk assessments.
• Prepare Security Assessment Reports, risk assessments and MOCC documentation.
• Coordinate with IAM, ISSM, authorizing officials, assessors and service providers.
• Monitor vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation with technical teams.
• Review logs, scan results, bulletins, and directives; ensure corrective actions.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Risk management

Security policy compliance

Technical writing

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree (Cybersecurity / IT / IS)

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

SCAP Checker

Vulnerability scanners

Log management tools

Job description

Trace Systems is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the USMTM CITS contract in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ISSO will manage cybersecurity posture, authorization, continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance for mission-critical systems.

The role requires active DoD-style credentials, a US Secret clearance, and relocation to Riyadh.