Information Systems Security Officer II (ISSO II)

System High Corporation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to maintain the operational security posture of information systems. The role involves managing security aspects, supporting Department of Defense agencies, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and a current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the ISSM in security duties.
• Preparing and reviewing authorization packages.
• Monitoring system changes and conducting periodic reviews.

Skills

Incident Handling

Security Training

Vulnerability Identification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location JUS - San Antonio, TX	Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Day

Description

*This position requires a TS/SCI Clearance and Special Access Program Experience*

The ISSO is responsible for maintaining the operational security posture of an information system, working closely with the ISSM and ISO. The role involves managing security aspects of the system, including physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training. The position supports Department of Defense agencies, such as HQ Air Force, OSD, and Military Compartments, in Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting the ISSM in security duties
• Preparing and reviewing authorization packages
• Ensuring procedures for hardware/media sanitization are in place
• Monitoring system changes and conducting periodic reviews
• Coordinating hardware/software modifications
• Monitoring recovery processes
• Maintaining security documentation
• Reviewing audit records and conducting security training
• Identifying vulnerabilities and implementing countermeasures
• Reporting on security safeguards
• Supporting security activities for internal and external customers
• Conducting security impact analyses for configuration changes

Experience: 2-5 years in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO.

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 years).

Certifications: Must meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M requirements for IA Technician Level II or IA Manager II within 6 months.

Security Clearance: Current Top Secret with SCI eligibility; willingness to undergo a CI polygraph.

Other Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.