Information Systems Security Officer

Leidos; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K with company match

Flexible schedules

Discounted stock purchase plans

Technical upskilling

15k sign on bonus

Job summary

Via Logic LLC is offering a new opportunity for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in the Maryland Corridor North region. This role is pivotal in securing and maintaining the integrity of information systems, emphasizing compliance and security measures. Candidates are encouraged to innovate with technology and contribute to national security.

Competitive benefits, including a substantial pay range of $107,900 to $195,050, along with a sign-on bonus, make this a significant career opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7 years of experience (or 11 years experience without a degree).
• 4+ years of ISSO experience supporting IC or DoD programs.
• IAM Level II or IAT Level III certification required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance security posture through information assurance initiatives.
• Oversee daily security operations for information systems.
• Manage configuration for security software and compliance.

Skills

Information Assurance

Risk Management Framework

Cybersecurity Policies

Vulnerability Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Info Security tool suite

Job description

Leidos offers a new and exciting opportunity for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in our Intelligence Sector, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA).

Competitive benefits include paid time off, 401K with company match, flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, and technical upskilling.

This position is eligible for a 15k sign on bonus!

Job Summary

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) plays a vital role in securing and maintaining the integrity of our information systems through robust security measures and compliance frameworks. This multi-year, high-impact program supports our customer site in Annapolis Junction, MD, focusing on the development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of cutting‑edge large-scale collection systems. You will have the opportunity to work independently, innovate with emerging technologies, and contribute directly to national security. Your greatest work is ahead!

Responsibilities

• Enhancing security posture by supporting the program, organization, system, or enclave’s information assurance initiatives and enforcing security policies, standards, and methodologies.
• Overseeing security operations for information systems, managing daily security aspects, evaluating security solutions for classified processing, and conducting vulnerability and risk assessments for accreditation.
• Managing configuration and system integrity by administering configuration management (CM) for security software, hardware, and firmware, ensuring compliance with security controls, and assessing the impact of system changes.
• Developing and maintaining security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification & Accreditation (C&A) packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs).
• Ensuring compliance with security authorization activities following the Information System Certification and Accreditation Process (NISCAP) and DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Providing technical expertise in security policies and operations, supporting the implementation and maintenance of security measures, and collaborating with stakeholders to strengthen the security posture.
• Driving continuous improvement by assessing existing security processes, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing proactive solutions to enhance system resilience.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, or a related discipline, plus 7 years of experience. In lieu of a degree, an additional 4 years of experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Industry Expertise: 4+ years of ISSO experience supporting IC or DoD programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Experience with customer Info Security tool suite.
• Certifications & Compliance: DoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level II or IAT Level III (CASP, CISSP, or Associate).
• Clearance Requirement: Must hold an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Pay Range

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.