Information System Security Officer (ISSO) II (TS, w/ SCI Eligibility)

Redtracetech; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Annual performance bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Health Care Insurance

Paid vacation

Federal Holidays and Floating Holidays

Team bonding events

Job summary

Redtracetech is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) II at Hanscom AFB, MA. The ISSO ensures the operational security posture for information systems, collaborating closely with the ISSM. Essential responsibilities include managing security operations, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance with security protocols.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of security-related experience, currently hold a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and possess a strong knowledge of RMF. Redtracetech offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years related experience in security for information systems.
• Strong knowledge of RMF and previous roles as System/Network Administrator or ISSO.
• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in meeting security duties and responsibilities.
• Prepare and review authorization packages.
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems for compliance.
• Monitor system recovery processes for security.
• Prepare reports on security safeguards applied to computer systems.

Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Cybersecurity

Incident Handling

Education

2–5 years related experience

DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: TS, WITH SCI ELIGIBILITY

***POSITION REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP***

Position Title

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) II

Location

Hanscom AFB, MA

Position Description

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISSO. The position requires detailed knowledge and expertise to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system. This includes physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. It also involves coordinating with the ISSM and ISO to monitor the information system(s) and its environment of operation, including developing and updating authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries, assessing the security impact of changes, and making recommendations to the ISSM. The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and Military Compartments efforts. The position provides day‑to‑day support for collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media
• Notify the ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s)
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security‑related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cyber security portion of the self‑inspection, providing security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in‑house and external customers

Qualifications

Required:

• 2–5 years related experience, especially in developing RMF packages or bodies of evidence
• Prior performance in roles such as System/Network Administrator or ISSO
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Strong knowledge of RMF
• DoD 8570.01‑M IAM Level II

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary for well qualified applicants
• 401(k) plan
• Annual performance bonus
• Certification and advanced degree attainment bonuses
• Student Loan / Tuition reimbursement
• Health Care Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Up to four weeks of paid vacation
• 11 Federal Holidays, and 3 Floating Holidays
• Team bonding events

RedTrace Technologies is an EOE employer