Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

FEDITC; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FEDITC, LLC in Warren, MI is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to advise on security controls for DoD information systems. The role requires coordination with the ISO, CISO/ISSM, and system owners, plus day‑to‑day security operations and incident handling to maintain compliance with the Security Plan and DoD RMF.

Candidates should have 2+ years of GRC experience, strong security knowledge, and DoD training or equivalents.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of proven Governance, Risk and Compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Experience with security assessment tools and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• DoD training or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on security controls and RMF implementation for information systems.
• Coordinate with ISO, SO, and CISO/ISSM to maintain secure operations.
• Oversee day-to-day security operations and monitor the environment.
• Develop and maintain security policies and System Security Plan.
• Respond to incidents and support security documentation as needed.

Skills

GRC experience

Security principles

Security assessment tools

Analytical skills

DoD training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IS/Data Science/Software Eng/IT

Tools

RMF tools

Assessment tools

Job description

FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. FEDITC develops mission critical national security systems throughout the world directly supporting the Warfighter, DoD Leadership, & the country. We are proud & honored to provide these services.

Overview Of Position

FEDITC is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to work in Warren, MI. A United States Citizenship and an active Secret DoD Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.

The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) 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 in accordance with the Security Plan (SP) and Department of Defense (DoD) policies. In almost all cases, ISSOs will be called on to provide guidance, oversight, and expertise, but they may or may not develop security documents or actually implement any security controls. While ISSOs will not actually perform all functions, they will have to coordinate, facilitate, or otherwise ensure certain activities are being performed. As a result, it is important for ISSOs to build relationships with the SO, technical staff, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

The goal of information security is to help the business process owner accomplish the mission in a secure manner. To be successful, ISSOs need to know and understand the following:

• Coordinates with the ISO to ensure the appropriate operations security posture is maintained for the Information system
• Servers as principal advisor on all matters involving the security of an Information System
• Manage day-to-day security operations of the system
• Monitors information system and environment
• Manages and controls changes to the system
• Handles incidents
• Assists in the development of the: Security policies and procedures, Development and ongoing maintenance of the System Security Plan, Security Impact Analysis, Mission and business functions of the Information System
• How the system supports the organization’s mission - System details, including:
  • Architecture
  • System components (hardware, software, peripherals, etc.)
  • Location of each system component
  • Data flow
  • Interconnections (internal and external)
  • Security categorization, Security requirements, Configuration management processes and procedures

Qualifications

Experience/Skills

• Two or more years of proven Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) experience or related role
• Strong knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies
• Experience with security assessment tools and techniques
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• DoD/Military Training: 531-25B30-C45, J-3B-0440, DAU ISSM Basic Playlist, RMF Implementers Course or equivalent

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology (from an ABET accredited or NCAE-C-designated institution)

Certifications Required

Must have one of the following certifications

• CompTIA Security +, CASP+, CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CCSP, CGRC/CAP, Cloud+, GSEC, SSCP, CISSO, CISSP-ISSMP, FITSP-M, GCIA, GCIH, GCSA, GISCP, GSLC

Clearance

• Active Secret clearance is required.
• Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
• Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by FEDITC and/or required by FEDITC’S Client(s)/Customer(s)/Prime contractor(s).

FEDITC, LLC. is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. FEDITC, LLC. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.