Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 123,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Information Systems Security Officer to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for a self-driven professional eager to tackle challenges in a fast-paced environment. You will guide systems through the Risk Management Framework lifecycle, ensuring compliance with government standards while collaborating with diverse teams. This position offers the opportunity to shape new processes and contribute to innovative solutions that protect sensitive information. If you thrive on problem-solving and continuous learning, this role is your chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Competitive Salary

Bonuses

Vacation Days

Stock Options

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience in IT security.
• 2+ years applying RMF lifecycle and NIST controls.

Responsibilities

• Guide systems through RMF lifecycle and ensure compliance.
• Implement and manage continuous monitoring and security documentation.

Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NIST 800-53 controls

Windows Security

Linux Security

Security Documentation

Vulnerability Management

Audit Reduction

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or IT

Tools

STIG Viewer

SCAP scanners

ACAS

Nessus

Job description

**Job Details:**

**Job Description:**

**WHO WE ARE**

Intel's Government Information Technology and Security (GITS) organization enables Intel to win United States Government business by providing secure products, solutions, and services which meet U.S. regulatory requirements. The GITS team is part of Intel's Information Security organization and supports the unique IT information Security and Compliance requirements for Intel Federal LLC, a subsidiary of Intel that delivers products and/or services to the U.S. Government (U.S.G.). As part of the GITS team, you will help us grow our secure solution suite to meet U.S. Government requirements for data safeguarding.

**ROLE OVERVIEW**

The Government IT and Security (GITS) organization is seeking a self-driven Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our dynamic and rapidly growing team. At GITS, every team member wears multiple hats and is valued for both deep subject matter expertise and broad adaptability across disciplines.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment—someone comfortable building secure systems and excited about shaping new programs from the ground up. We are entering a phase of rapid growth and innovation, tackling challenges we've never solved before, and doing it as a close-knit team of professionals.

We're looking for a motivated, self-managed professional with strong knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), proven risk assessment skills, and enthusiasm for continuous learning, problem-solving, and hands-on engagement with evolving technologies. As we build and scale our team, we need someone comfortable wearing multiple hats, contributing beyond traditional ISSO scope—helping shape new processes, taking on emerging challenges, and growing with the mission.

This position may require working onsite full-time, with limited remote work options.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

1. RMF Lifecycle Management: Guide systems through the RMF lifecycle, including categorization, control selection, implementation support, assessment preparation, and continuous monitoring.
2. Provide NIST 800-53 control implementation and verification on Windows and Linux workstations, including applying baseline configurations, assessing control effectiveness, and validating compliance via tools like STIG Viewer, SCAP scans, and manual inspection.
3. Implement and manage ongoing continuous monitoring, including scan analysis, auditing, and RMF documentation.
4. Support information system security management and daily security operations to ensure ongoing compliance and risk mitigation.
5. Develop, coordinate, and maintain security documentation for ATO packages, including SSPs, SARs, and POAMs, and support assessment efforts.
6. Manage and maintain POAMs by tracking remediation efforts, validating closure evidence, prioritizing and communicating risks, and ensuring timely resolution of vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.
7. Collaborate with system administrators and engineers to ensure proper implementation, documentation, and verification of technical controls.
8. Support change control processes by assessing and documenting security impacts of hardware, software, and configuration changes.
9. Support configuration management for system software, hardware, and firmware.
10. Maintain system readiness for audits by ensuring documentation, processes, and technical safeguards align with standards.
11. Analyze vulnerability scan results (e.g., ACAS, Nessus, SCAP) and coordinate remediation efforts, including tracking and verification.

**ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING FUNCTIONS**

1. Support new facility and network setup activities, including workstation setup, imaging, user provisioning, and general IT support.
2. Collaborate with IT teams to configure and harden systems, ensuring compliance with security baselines like DISA STIGs and organizational policies.
3. Research and recommend process improvements, evaluate new tools, frameworks, and regulations, and enhance workflows, vulnerability scanning, and reporting.
4. Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%.

**Qualifications:**

• US Citizenship required.
• Active secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret (TS-SCI) clearance with polygraph.
• Certification such as Security+, CISSP, CASP+, or CISM meeting DoD 8140 requirements (DCWF 722), aligned with IAT Level II / IAM Level I.
• HS Diploma with 4 years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years applying the RMF lifecycle, including control implementation, assessment, authorization, and monitoring.
• 2+ years implementing and verifying NIST 800-53 controls on Windows and Linux, using tools like STIG Viewer, SCAP scanners, and manual validation.
• 2+ years maintaining security documentation (SSPs, SARs, POAMs).
• 2+ years using security tools for audit reduction, vulnerability management, and malware detection.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**

• Active Top Secret (TS-SCI) clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field with 2 years of experience.
• Experience with cloud security principles, working with AWS or Azure in compliance environments.
• Knowledge of Linux system configurations, security baselines, and audit efforts.
• Experience with network infrastructure security auditing, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Experience supporting secure configurations and operations across Microsoft Windows, Linux, and virtual/cloud environments.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, with a focus on deepening cybersecurity knowledge.

**Job Type:** Experienced Hire

**Shift:** Shift 1 (United States of America)

**Primary Location:** US, Oregon, Hillsboro

**Additional Locations:** US, California, Santa Clara, US, Virginia, Fairfax

**Business group:**

Intel's IT group designs, deploys, and supports IT infrastructure including LAN, WAN, data centers, and enterprise applications.

**Posting Statement:**

All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or other protected characteristics.

**Benefits:**

Competitive compensation including pay, stock, bonuses, and benefits like health, retirement, and vacation. More info here.

**Salary Range:** $123,130.00 - $173,830.00, dependent on location and experience.

**Work Model:** This role requires onsite presence. Details subject to change.