Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II

TAC Integrated Solutions; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TAC Integrated Solutions seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II to support DoD programs at F.E. Warren AFB, WY. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance with CI poly and DoD 8570 IAM Level II certification.

You will manage RMF packages, perform vulnerability assessments, and coordinate security controls across SAP and SCI environments. Responsibilities include preparing and updating authorization packages, monitoring security posture, conducting training, and providing

Qualifications

• 2-5 years related experience developing RMF packages or bodies of evidence.
• SAP experience.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT Level II).

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in meeting duties; prepare, review, and update authorization packages.
• Ensure procedures for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware and media.
• Notify ISSM of changes affecting the authorization determination of information systems.
• Conduct periodic security reviews to ensure compliance with the authorization package.
• Coordinate changes to hardware/software/firmware with the ISSM and AO/DAO before changes.
• Monitor recovery processes to ensure security features are restored.
• Ensure IS security documentation is current and accessible to authorized personnel.
• Attend required security training related to assigned duties.
• Execute the cybersecurity portion of self-inspections and provide security coordination to the ISSM.
• Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with countermeasures; prepare status reports.
• Perform ISSO duties for in-house and external customers; conduct security impact analyses and report to ISSM.

Education

DoD 8570 IAM Level II (IAT Level II)

Job description

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II

• Government/Military

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II Location: F.E. Warren AFB, WY Clearance: Active TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain CI poly

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and, as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system. This will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and their environment of operation, including developing and updating the authorization documentation, and implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries. This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendations to the ISSM. The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and the Military Compartments’ efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall include:

• Assist the ISSM in meeting its duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of

hardware and media

• Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information

system(s)

• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security

authorization package

• Coordinate any changes or modifications to the hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM
• and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and

functioning correctly

• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized personnel

individuals

• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection, including providing security coordination and review

of all system assessment plans

• Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers
• Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management

changes to the authorization boundaries

Special Requirement Notes

MANDATORY: 2-5 years related experience, especially in developing RMF packages or bodies of evidence; Prior performance in roles such as System/Network Administrator or ISSO; SAP experience; TRAINING: DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT Level II)

DoD 8570 IA Type

IAT Level 2 or IAM Level 2

Certifications:

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information
• Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance:

• Current clearance TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain CI poly