1732 - Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Grand Forks Air Force Base (ND); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance incl. HSA/FSA/DFSA

Life and AD&D coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

12 Holidays

Educational Assistance

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Sigma Defense Systems LLC in Grand Forks AFB, ND seeks an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to develop, assess, and maintain cybersecurity architecture, RMF authorization packages, and enclave-level cyber strategies supporting system certification requirements.

Requirements include 3–5 years of IA/RMF experience, RMF testing knowledge, and a TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one. Bachelor's degree or 10+ years RMF substitute, with multiple benefits and salary range noted.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in information assurance or RMF.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, CS, IT, or related field (or 10+ years RMF)

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced cybersecurity support across the full spectrum.
• Protect and ensure resilience and compliance of combat systems, networks, and information systems per DoD policies.
• Support acquisition lifecycle activities for systems in development, production, and upgrades.
• Provide engineering expertise, risk and vulnerability assessments, STIG execution, and test strategy in virtualized cyber environments.

Skills

RMF knowledge

IA/Cyber Security

Cyber Security Testing

Cybersecurity policy

Coordination with ISSMs

Requirements translation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security/Info Tech

Degree substituted by 10+ years RMF experience

Job description

Sigma Defense is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team in Grand Forks AFB, ND.

This position plays a key role in the development, assessment, and maintenance of cybersecurity architecture, cyber engineering artifacts, cybersecurity performance metrics, RMF authorization packages, and enclave-level cyber strategies supporting system certification requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Information assurance IA/Cyber Security or Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Cyber Security Testing methods and processes
• Cyber defense policy, processes and assessments
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Candidate Differentiators

• Deep knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Experience achieving and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
• Strong understanding of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
• A proactive approach to identifying security risks before they become a compliance issue.
• Success coordinating with ISSMs, system administrators, etc.
• Ability to translate complex cybersecurity requirements into practical guidance for system owners and users

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Personnel Clearance Level

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance or higher
• Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or related field of study.
• Degree may be substituted for 10+ years of information assurance or Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive)

• Provide advanced technical and analytical cybersecurity support across the full spectrum
• The specialist ensures the protection, resilience, and compliance of combat systems, networks, and information systems in accordance with DoW, cybersecurity policies, standards, and processes
• Support full acquisition lifecycle activities, including systems under development, systems in production, and fielded systems undergoing upgrades.
• Provide engineering expertise, risk and vulnerability assessments, STIG execution, cybersecurity test strategy support, and technical leadership in virtualized cyber test environments supporting Integrated Combat Systems (ICS)

Salary Range: $110,000 - $115,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary