Information System Security Officer

Seneca Holdings; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Holdings seeks a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the National Cyber Range Complex. You will work with the ISSM to maintain cybersecurity posture, manage RMF, and ensure compliance across DoW security controls.

The role requires collaboration with multiple stakeholders and hands-on security operations. Required: Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, DoD framework knowledge, and 5+ years in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field or 8+ years of relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity, information assurance, and RMF experience
• DoD 8140.03 qualification requirements for the applicable DCWF work role and proficiency level
• At least 2 years of experience conducting IT application, system, or network reviews and providing DoW cybersecurity guidance

Responsibilities

• Support A&A activities, RMF steps, and monitoring across the system lifecycle
• Enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and security controls
• Maintain ATO packages and monitor security compliance across systems
• Review audit logs to detect anomalies and support secure mission execution
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure security readiness
• Deliver cybersecurity education and awareness as required

Skills

Zero-trust concepts

VMware

Cloud technologies

Security controls

RMF fundamentals

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity/Information Systems

Tools

VMware vSphere/NSX/ESXi

AWS/Azure

F5 BIG-IP/Cisco networking

eMASS/XACTA/Keystone

Job description

Great Hill Solutions, LLC is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

Great Hill Solutions, LLC seeks a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team supporting the National Cyber Range Complex (NCRC). The NCRC plays a critical role in enhancing the resilience of DoD systems and the effectiveness of U.S. cyber operations by delivering full-spectrum test and evaluation, workforce training, and mission rehearsal events. As the NCRC continues to evolve as a best-of-breed cyber range, the ISSO will contribute directly to ensuring secure facilities, systems, tools, and expertise for some of the most demanding test, training, and mission rehearsal requirements in the Department of War.

As a key member of the cybersecurity team, the ISSO will work closely with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to maintain the cybersecurity posture of assigned NCRC information systems, support Risk Management Framework (RMF) and authorization requirements, monitor compliance with applicable DoW cybersecurity policies and security controls, and support secure mission execution. The ISSO will also serve as a cybersecurity and security coordination liaison with stakeholders across related disciplines, including physical, personnel, information, operations, Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection, law enforcement, communications, and technical security.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Provide direct support to the ISSM on activities such as Assessment & Authorization (A&A), execution of Continuous Monitoring Plans, and facilitation of Security Controls Assessments.
• Support and monitor RMF steps and activities throughout the system lifecycle to maintain an appropriate security posture.
• Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and security controls for assigned systems.
• Maintain working knowledge of current and upcoming events, system functions, policies, safeguards, and security measures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in DoW, DIA, and RMF core concepts and processes.
• Coordinate with applicable stakeholders across the enterprise to ensure security compliance and readiness.
• Maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages for assigned systems within the designated A&A System of Record (e.g., eMASS, XACTA 360, Keystone).
• Review and analyze audit logs (e.g., Splunk, Windows EVTX, Linux syslogs) to detect potential anomalies or threats.
• Perform validation checks to ensure CM-approved software and antivirus definitions are installed on assigned systems.
• Conduct compliance/vulnerability scans and manual checks to identify and mitigate risks.
• Execute ISSO-specific tasks as outlined in program security plans.
• Support and monitor account management processes, including account authorization, access controls, and enforcement of least privilege.
• Deliver cybersecurity education, training, and awareness to system users as required by the ISSM.

Basic Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related discipline, and/or 8+ years of relevant experience (additional experience may substitute for degree).
• Minimum of 5 years of extensive experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, and RMF processes.
• Meet DoDM 8140.03 qualification requirements for the applicable DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF) work role and proficiency level, including applicable foundational and resident qualification requirements.
• At least 2 years of experience conducting IT application, system, or network reviews and providing DoW cybersecurity policy and technical guidance.

Desired Skills

• Certification aligned to DoDM 8140.03 / DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework.
• Familiarity or background with some of the following technologies:
• Zero-trust requirements / concepts.
• VMWare (vSphere, vCenter, NSX, ESXi)
• AWS / Azure cloud technologies and containerization
• F5 BIG-IP, Cisco networking, and distributed technologies
• STIG implementation/validation and IAVM compliance
• Dell Blade Servers

Equal Opportunity Statement

Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.