Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance

Soliel, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental, and vision

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Soliel LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support a high-visibility DoD program. You will perform RMF assessment and Authorization reviews as a senior SME, maintaining hands-on cybersecurity expertise while guiding task management and client-facing activities.

This hybrid role offers a clear path toward Project Management and team leadership, with 3 days on-site per week.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of hands-on cybersecurity, A&A, or RMF experience.
• Expert knowledge of Navy IT sites, systems, eMASS, and RMF across environments.
• Active IAM or IAT Level III certification per DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140.
• Active SECRET clearance with Top Secret eligibility and T3 investigation.
• Strong written and oral communication and briefing skills.
• Leadership aptitude and interest in gradual project/team management.

Responsibilities

• RMF package review & technical execution within a 5-business-day window.
• Review SSPs, security baselines, and SAR artifacts per NAVSEA SOPs.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement automation to optimize workflow.
• Facilitate meetings and brief senior stakeholders on authorization recommendations.
• Coordinate workload remotely and mentor junior analysts as you lead.

Skills

RMF/A&A experience

Navy IT familiarity

Security clearance: SECRET

DoD 8570/8140 certifications

Leadership / mentoring

Communication / briefing skills

Education

BS in IT / CS / Business

PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

eMASS

NAVSEA SOPs knowledge

Job description

About Us

Soliel LLC is an innovative, growing engineering company specializing in providing Cybersecurity, Agile Software Development, Data Management and Analysis, Cloud Engineering and Services, DevSecOps, and Systems Engineering services to the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. Over the years, Soliel’s team of technical experts has consistently delivered outstanding innovative solutions and services that meet or exceed customer expectations and satisfaction.

LOCATION: Hybrid in Washington DC (3 days per week onsite)

START DATE: September 2026

CLEARANCE: Must hold an Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

Soliel LLC is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support a high-visibility federal program with the Department of Navy. In this role, you will perform headquarters-level Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) reviews while serving as a senior technical SME. This position is ideal for an experienced A&A practitioner who wants to maintain their hands‑on cybersecurity expertise while naturally stepping into task management, workflow coordination, and client-facing leadership—offering a seamless path toward future Project Management and team lead roles.

Key Responsibilities

• RMF Package Review & Technical Execution: Perform expert-level RMF package evaluations for Navy RDT&E, PIT, and Business IT systems within a strict 5-business-day turnaround window.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Review System Security Plans (SSPs), security control baselines, and SAR artifacts to maintain strict alignment with NAVSEA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Navy guides.
• Process & Workflow Optimization: Identify operational bottlenecks in the review queue and implement automation or tool-driven solutions to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Briefings: Facilitate collaboration meetings and present authorization recommendations directly to senior SCA representatives, AO representatives, and system owners.
• Workload Coordination & Mentorship: Assist with tracking daily queue metrics, coordinating task assignments across a remote review team, and providing guidance to junior analysts as you expand into leadership responsibilities.

Required Skills and Experience

• 8–10+ years of practical hands‑on experience in cybersecurity, A&A, or RMF compliance (preferably as a Navy Validator, ISSE, or Senior ISSO/ISSM).
• Expert knowledge of Navy IT sites, systems, infrastructure, eMASS, and phases of the RMF process across RDT&E, PIT, and Business IT environments.
• Active IAM or IAT Level III baseline certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP+ CE, CISA, GCED, GCIH, or GSLC).
• Clearance: Active SECRET security clearance (Top Secret eligible) with Interim or Final IT-II access eligibility. Must hold a favorably adjudicated Tier 3 (T3) investigation within scope.
• Communication & Briefing: Exceptional writing skills for documenting findings, paired with strong oral presentation skills to brief senior SCA/AO stakeholders.
• Leadership Aptitude: Natural inclination toward process improvement, task organization, and a desire to gradually absorb project/team management duties over time.

Education

• BS in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or other related areas.
• Active PMP certification (preferred)

Compensation

• Salary: $120,000-135,000/year (flexible based on experience)
• Major medical, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

EEO/AA/Non-Discrimination Statement

Soliel, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/ Affiant Action/ Non-Discriminatory Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veterans. To learn more, please visit www.solielcom.com