Information System Security Officer

Talentify; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey at Hill AFB, UT seeks a Journeyman ISSO to protect and evaluate Air Force information systems under RMF guidance. You will collaborate with the ISSM to ensure DoD cybersecurity requirements are met and to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical networks and data.

You will perform risk assessments, support accreditation activities, and help enforce policies, configurations, and user access standards while working with leadership across teams to strengthen cyber

Qualifications

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, CCNA‑Security, CISSP, or equivalent) or higher certification.
• Must maintain AFMAN 17‑1303 cybersecurity certifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all systems meet DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements as directed by the ISSM.
• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity programs, policies, and tools to protect systems.
• Support RMF authorization and accreditation activities with documentation and compliance reviews.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments and recommend mitigations.
• Conduct security evaluations, audits, and reviews; support disaster recovery planning and training compliance.
• Participate in system and network design to embed RMF controls from the start.
• Collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence related to incidents or policy violations.
• Maintain operational security posture and monitor for resilience improvements.
• Enforce Air Force cybersecurity policies, STIGs/SRGs, and change management processes.
• Audit authorized user access documentation and ensure clearance and training requirements.
• Report incidents to the ISSM and assist corrective actions.
• Initiate and track deviations or waivers to cybersecurity requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Master’s degree in related discipline

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Information System Security Officer (ISSO) supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Armament Directorate Munitions Division (AFLCMC/EBH) at Hill AFB, UT.

This role supports the protection, accreditation, and ongoing security posture of Air Force information systems. In this role, you will work closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure systems meet all DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements, align with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical networks and data.

You will conduct risk assessments, support accreditation activities, evaluate system security controls, and help enforce policies, configurations, and user access standards. Additional responsibilities include monitoring for vulnerabilities, assisting with incident response actions, maintaining compliance artifacts, and supporting secure system design efforts.

This position requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to cybersecurity excellence, and the ability to collaborate across technical and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure all systems and applications meet DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements as directed by the Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
• Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data by developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and security tools.
• Support all Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization and accreditation activities, including configuration, artifact creation, documentation, and compliance reviews.
• Assist the ISSM in performing risk and vulnerability assessments on planned and operational information systems, identifying security gaps and recommending mitigation actions.
• Conduct security evaluations, audits, and reviews; support development of system contingency and disaster recovery plans; and promote user compliance with cybersecurity policies and training requirements.
• Participate in system and network design efforts to ensure appropriate security controls and RMF activities are incorporated from the start.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and preservation of digital evidence related to cybersecurity incidents or policy violations.
• Maintain the operational security posture of assigned IT systems, monitor situational awareness, and implement actions to improve or restore cybersecurity resilience.
• Enforce Air Force cybersecurity policies, procedures, configuration guidelines (e.g., STIGs/SRGs), and change management processes.
• Maintain and audit authorized user access documentation and ensure users meet clearance, need‑to‑know, and annual training requirements.
• Report security incidents or vulnerabilities to the ISSM and support implementation of corrective or protective measures.
• Initiate and track exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirements as needed.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret clearance
• High‑school diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of related experience + IAT Level II; OR Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and 4 years of related experience + IAT Level II; OR Master’s degree in related discipline and 2 years of related experience + IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, CCNA‑Security, Certified Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent certification)
• Must maintain required cybersecurity certifications in accordance with AFMAN 17‑1303.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to develop innovative approaches to complex test problems
• Strong attention to quality, adequacy, and completeness of test results and conclusions
• Ability to deliver thorough, timely, and efficient task execution
• Ability to provide clear analysis and recommendations to program test leadership

Additional Information

Location: Hill AFB, UT

Travel: May be required based on program needs

Work Environment: Onsite

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain‑specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities