Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Information System Security Officer in Huntsville, AL. This role is pivotal in safeguarding information systems, ensuring compliance with security protocols, and guiding teams through the accreditation process. You will leverage your expertise to implement security controls and provide strategic advice to leadership. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that prioritizes people, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment for your career growth. If you are passionate about technology and security, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in information security roles.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Advise on security matters for information systems.
• Implement and maintain necessary security controls.
• Assist with ATO accreditation documentation.

Skills

Information Security Management

Security Controls Implementation

Risk Assessment

Network Security

Documentation Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Locations

US-AL-Huntsville

ID

2025-4502

Category

Engineering & Science

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support our Huntsville, AL location.

Duties:

Serves as the principal advisor to the Information System Owner (SO), Business Process Owner, and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) / Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of an information system.

• ISSOs are responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls.

• Directs and implements the necessary controls and procedures to cost-effectively protect information systems assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure, or destruction.

• Provides guidance and direction for the physical protection of information systems assets to other functional units. Provides reports to superiors regarding effectiveness of data security and makes recommendations for the adoption of new procedures.

• Assist with reviewing, developing, and navigating the system, team, and customer through the Authority to Operate (ATO) accreditation/certification documentation process.

• Perform network self-inspections.

• Create new and edit existing documentation that forms the Authority to Operate (ATO) package to include the System Security Plan and IS contingency plan.

• Develop Plan of Action and Milestone (POAMS) from vulnerability data and enter into the system of record.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• Mid Level: 6 years experience
• Senior Level: 8 years of experience
• Travel: 10 %
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.