Information System Security Officer, Senior with Security Clearance

WOOD Federal Solutions; Maryland; On-site; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Wellness Resources

Job summary

WOOD Federal Solutions is seeking a Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to lead security oversight across a large software development and systems‑integration environment in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph to guide security architecture and compliance.

You will partner with cybersecurity experts, engineers, and leadership to protect high‑value systems, develop and maintain SSPs and system security plans, and drive remediation across

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of ISSO experience, independently or in teams.
• At least 5 years using tools to support IAVA management.
• At least 5 years using tools to prepare SSPs and security documentation.
• Knowledge of security tools, encryption, and secure communications.
• Experience evaluating software systems for security requirements.
• Experience implementing information systems security policies on large programs.
• Experience in day-to-day security operations of large systems.
• Strong initiative and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
• Assist in evaluating security solutions to meet security requirements for processing multiple information types.
• Assist with configuration management for security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Analyze threats and implement incident detection, reporting, and remediation methods.
• Maintain asset records for workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, and switches.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet information processing requirements.
• Maintain operational security posture for information systems.
• Support ISSM in maintaining proper IA posture for systems/programs/enclaves.
• Develop and maintain Certification & Accreditation documentation.
• Develop and update system security plans and IA documentation.
• Support IAVA management and security scans, patching, and remediation.

Skills

ISSO experience

IAVA management

SSP documentation

Security policy enforcement

Security evaluations

DoD 8570 IAT II / IAM II

Tools

IAVA management tools

SSP preparation tools

Job description

Senior Information System Security Officer woodfederalsolutions.com Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland, USA Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Day Telework: None Salary Range: **$190,000 to $220,000 per year **

Overview: Protect mission-critical systems at enterprise scale. WOOD is seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to lead security oversight across a large, complex software development and systems-integration environment. In this role, you’ll partner with cybersecurity experts, engineers, and program leadership to safeguard high-value systems, strengthen security architecture, and ensure compliance with evolving standards. You’ll shape and maintain the security posture of diverse platforms, guiding secure development practices, assessing risks, monitoring vulnerabilities, and driving remediation strategies that protect sensitive data and critical workflows. Your work will span threat detection, incident response, policy implementation, and continuous improvement across multiple technical domains. If you excel in high-visibility roles, thrive on solving sophisticated security challenges, and want your expertise to directly influence mission success, this is an opportunity to lead at the highest level.

Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• * Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
• Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing multiple types of information.
• Assist with the Configuration Management for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Analyze threats and develop and implement best practice methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation.
• Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing information.
• Maintain operational security posture for information systems.
• Provide support to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system/program/enclave.
• Develop and maintain documentation for Certification & Accreditation in accordance with specified policies.
• Develop and update system security plans and other IA documentation.
• Provide support for Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) management (initiating IAVA responses and system security scans, completing remediation, extending IAVA patches and security updates to designated sites, etc.).
• * Provide CM for security‐relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.
• Develop system security policy and ensure compliance.
• Administer the user identification and authentication mechanisms of the Information System.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Must have at least 10 years of experience as ISSO working independently, and/or on teams maintaining secure information system operations in isolated, connected and standalone environments.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience using tools to support IAVA management.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience using tools to support the preparation, maintenance, and management of SSPs and other security related documentation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with several of the following: current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools.
• In‑depth experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements.
• In‑depth experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program.
• Demonstrated experience performing day‑to‑day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems.
• Must be committed to developing and adhering to best practices.
• Must possess a high level of self‑initiative and must be a solutions‑oriented team player.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on large software development and integration programs.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II or higher.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level II or higher.

About WOOD

WOOD Federal Solutions is a mission-focused federal contractor supporting complex national security and government programs. We bring experienced professionals, disciplined execution, and a commitment to engineering trust for mission success. Our teams work in demanding technical environments where expertise, reliability, collaboration, and accountability matter. At WOOD, employees have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful customer missions while continuing to grow professionally within a company that values strong performance, continuous learning, and respect for the people doing the work.

Fringe Benefits

• * Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• * Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
• * Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
• * Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and continued professional growth.
• * Work-Life Support: Workplace flexibility where permitted by position, customer, security, and mission requirements.
• * Wellness Resources: Employee assistance and wellness programs, including available fitness-related benefits and discounts.

Why Join WOOD?

• * Meaningful Mission: Contribute your expertise to programs supporting important federal and national security missions.
• * Professional Growth: Build your capabilities through challenging assignments, training, certifications, and opportunities for continued development.
• * Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in teams that value technical excellence, accountability, and effective collaboration.
• * Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive employee benefits package.
• * Opportunity to Make an Impact: Join an organization where strong performers can contribute ideas, improve how work gets done, and have a visible impact on customer and company success.

WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.