Cybersecurity Information Systems Security Officer with Security Clearance

Galapagos Federal Systems; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support critical DoD missions. You will act as the primary cybersecurity advisor for assigned systems, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical data.

Responsibilities include RMF expertise, technical guidance to leadership, and collaboration across cybersecurity, engineering, and program teams, with occasional travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligibility with potential polygraph requirement.
• 10+ years DoD cybersecurity/IA/IS security experience.
• 4+ years SAP/SCI environments in past 5 years.
• 1+ year RMF security controls implementation and compliance.
• Experience or certifications may substitute for a degree where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME in RMF, cybersecurity, cyber engineering, and information assurance.
• Provide guidance and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Communicate complex security concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify cybersecurity risks and implement proactive mitigation.
• Support RMF control assessment, implementation, and lifecycle maintenance.
• Collaborate with program management, engineering, and cybersecurity teams to meet DoD requirements.
• Travel to customer/contractor locations as required.
• Contribute to process improvements and mission success.

Skills

RMF expertise

DoD cybersecurity

Information assurance

Cybersecurity policy

Clear communication

Education

Masters degree in CS/Cybersecurity/MIS/Engineering

SecurityX/CASP+ or higher

Job description

Overview Job Summary Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to support critical Department of Defense (DoD) missions while working alongside a team of experienced cybersecurity professionals. As the ISSO, you will serve as the primary cybersecurity advisor for assigned information systems, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical systems and data. You will provide guidance on cybersecurity and information assurance requirements, ensuring security controls are properly implemented and aligned with DoD policies, system architectures, and network configurations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity, cyber engineering, and information assurance


• Provide technical guidance and actionable recommendations to senior leadership to support cybersecurity objectives and mission success


• Communicate complex technical and security concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders


• Identify cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues, implementing proactive solutions to minimize operational impact


• Support the implementation, assessment, and maintenance of RMF security controls throughout the system lifecycle


• Collaborate with program management, engineering, and cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with DoD security policies and mission requirements


• Support government and industry program activities, including occasional travel to customer and contractor locations as required


• Work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while contributing to continuous process improvement and mission success

Requirements and Skills

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility; must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance and successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph as a condition of employment


• 10+ years of Department of Defense (DoD) experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or information systems security


• 4+ years of experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environments within the past five years


• 1+ year of experience implementing and supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) security controls, cybersecurity policies, and compliance requirements


• Relevant professional experience and industry certifications may be substituted for a bachelor's degree, as applicable

Education and Certifications

• Master's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, MIS, Engineering, or a related field


• SecurityX / CASP+, equivalent or higher to meet DoDM 8140.03

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• 401(k)


• PTO


• Paid Parental Leave


• Tuition reimbursement


• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance and Citizenship Requirements

• Security Clearance Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services. Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions… On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary

Posted Salary Range USD $140,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.