Cybersecurity - Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in California seeks a highly motivated Cybersecurity - Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join the Classified Operations Cybersecurity team in Seal Beach or El Segundo. The ISSO will apply Cybersecurity and IA expertise to lead technical efforts across multiple classified computing domains and ensure compliance with information security policies.

The role requires Tier 5 investigation within the last five years or Continuous Vetting, plus IAM Level 1 DoD 8140.03 certification.

Qualifications

• Tier 5 Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years, or Continuous Vetting eligibility.
• IAM Level 1 DoD 8140.03 certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CAP, CISSP, CASP, CISM, GSLC).
• 3+ years of cybersecurity, IT, or related field experience.
• RMF experience and RMF implementation knowledge (A&A, NIST SP 800-series).

Responsibilities

• Perform security analysis of environments, threats, and interfaces to ensure compliance with standards.
• Support and implement RMF A&A processes for new and existing systems.
• Facilitate MOUs/ISAs/RALs and support Continuous Monitoring.
• Conduct risk assessments, investigations, and incident response activities.
• Interface with government customers and Boeing personnel to meet cybersecurity requirements.

Skills

Tier 5 Investigation (SSBI)

DoD 8140.03 IAM Level 1

RMF experience

Tools

NESSUS

ACAS

DISA STIGs

SCAP

HBSS

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is seeking a highly motivated Cybersecurity - Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our Classified Operations Cybersecurity team in Seal Beach, CA or El Segundo, CA.

The selected candidate will rely on Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) background to be a technical leader and support Enterprise activities and Boeing customers throughout multiple classified computing domains. The ISSO is responsible for maintaining and implementing all Information System Security policies, standards, and directives to ensure assessment and authorization of information systems processing classified information.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform security analysis of operational and development environments, threats, vulnerabilities, and internal interfaces to define and assess compliance with accepted industry and government standards
• Support and implement the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for new and existing information systems
• Facilitate development of Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), Interconnection Security Agreements (ISA), Risk Acceptance Letters (RAL) and support Continuous Monitoring (CONMON)
• Perform configuration management of assigned systems; auditing systems to ensure security posture integrity
• Conduct risk assessments and investigations, execute appropriate risk mitigations, and participate in incident response activities
• Conduct periodic hardware/software inventory assessments
• Interface with the appropriate government customers, suppliers, and company personnel to implement protective mechanisms and to ensure understanding of and compliance with cybersecurity requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years
• IAM Level 1 DoD 8140.03 (previously 8570.01) compliant certification (i.e. , Security+ CE, CAP, CISSP, CASP, CISM, GSLC)
• 3+ years of combined experience and/or education in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity policies, and RMF implementation (e.g., DAAG, CNSSI 1253, ICD-503, JSIG, or NIST SP 800 series)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience as an information system security officer (ISSO) or information system security manager (ISSM) supporting classified programs
• 3+ years of experience utilizing security relevant tools, systems, and applications in support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) to include NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, Audit Reduction, and HBSS
• 3+ years of experience assessing and documenting test or analysis data to show cyber security compliance

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $113,050 – $152,950

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 24, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.