Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Washington DC (Remote)

Yakshna Solutions, Inc.; Herndon (VA); Remote; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A technology solutions provider based in Herndon, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to lead NIST RMF activities and manage an Ongoing Authorization program. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 8 years of experience in IT or Cybersecurity, and strong knowledge of security controls. This role offers competitive compensation of $175K annually, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in IT or Cybersecurity field required.
• Strong working knowledge of security controls (SP 800-53) and assessment procedures (SP 800-53A).
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or relevant cloud security certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support system authorization activities by executing all phases of the NIST RMF.
• Develop and manage an Ongoing Authorization program.
• Conduct Security Control Assessments and provide risk-based recommendations.

Skills

NIST RMF

Cybersecurity knowledge

Cloud security architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

eMASS

ServiceNow GRC

Job description

We strive to attract and retain the brightest people and offer different job experiences with a full range of challenges and rewards.

We help companies realize and implement IT solutions strategically. Yakshna Solutions supports our client’s mission and goals by sharing our know-how, skills and knowledge. We strive to attract and retain the brightest people and offer different job experiences with a full range of challenges and rewards. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer.

Working with Yakshna gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additionally, you can build a network of peers, mentors and advance your career! We offer exciting opportunities to work with leading industry experts, business consultants and IT specialists across large government and private sector companies. The people who work in Yakshna are as diverse as our services. We recognize the crucial importance of each individual to our success and offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and innovative training.

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Open Jobs

Feb 03 2026

Yakshna Solutions, Inc ., (YSI)is a CMMI Level 3 assessed, ISO 9001, 20000:1, 27001 certified, woman-owned small business enterprises, headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, USA. YSI provides professional IT solutions and services to business corporations and government organizations. YSI is committed to serve its business communities as a leading IT vendor providing innovative, quality, and cost-effective IT business solutions and services.

YSI offers a competitive benefits package that includes the following: 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, training and professional development assistance.

YSIis seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO). The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Supports system authorization activities by executing all phases of the NIST RMF, including system categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, and authorization in compliance with NIST 800-37 and federal requirements.
• Develops, transitions, and manages an Ongoing Authorization program, including support for agency and FedRAMP authorizations, leveraging automation and AI tools to streamline RMF documentation, continuous monitoring, and control assessments.
• Conducts Security Control Assessments in accordance with NIST 800-37 and 800-53A, prepares assessment briefings, and provides risk-based recommendations to support authorization decisions.
• Applies AI-driven analytics and automated tools to enhance control testing, evidence collection, risk scoring, and prioritization.
• Serves as a cybersecurity advisor and liaison to Business Owners and System Owners, supporting access reviews, account management compliance, and overall system security posture.

Required skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 8 years of experience in IT or Cybersecurity field.
• Strong working knowledge of NIST RMF (SP 800-37), security controls (SP 800-53), and assessment procedures (SP 800-53A), including documentation of SSPs, SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms, and authorization package.
• Experience with federal ATO and Ongoing Authorization processes, including FedRAMP Moderate/High environments. Hands-on use of GRC and RMF tools (e.g., eMASS, Xacta, Archer, ServiceNow GRC, or similar platforms).
• Understanding of cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including shared responsibility models and cloud control inheritance.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CAP, GSLC, CCSP, or relevant cloud security certifications are preferred.

Salary: $175K/A with benefits

YSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.