ISSO - Cybersecurity RMF Lead (Hybrid)

PeopleTec, Inc.; Elizabeth City (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec, Inc. is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support USCG mission systems in Elizabeth City, NC. The role is hybrid, requiring occasional on-site presence for critical meetings and work at classified level; typically two days weekly at the USCG site.

The ISSO will ensure security and compliance across DHS systems, execute RMF/ATO processes, conduct assessments, and coordinate with IT teams to implement controls. A DoD Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of ISSO experience within the DoD/Federal Government.
• Experience with RMF, SA&A, and STIG hardening.
• Knowledge of NIST CSF, FISMA, RMF, and DoD control overlays.
• Proficiency with DoD eMASS GRC tool and workflows.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute the RMF process to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) for USCG mission systems.
• Deliver cybersecurity compliance throughout the engineering lifecycle for systems under our purview.
• Conduct security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor security events and incidents; investigate and mitigate risks.
• Manage security awareness and training programs for DHS personnel.
• Collaborate with IT engineering teams and program stakeholders to integrate security controls.
• Stay abreast of evolving threats, vulnerabilities and best practices; improve program relevancy and efficiency.
• Document security policies, procedures, and activities.

Skills

RMF/ATO security authorizations

ISCM tasks

Security assessments & audits

Incident response

Security awareness and training

Collaboration with IT engineering

DoD eMASS GRC tool

NIST CSF, FISMA, RMF, DoD controls

US Citizenship

Active DoD Secret clearance

Education

CISM

CISSP

GSLC

Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security or IT

Job description

PeopleTec, Inc. is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support USCG mission systems in Elizabeth City, NC. The role is hybrid, requiring occasional on-site presence for critical meetings and work at classified level; typically two days weekly at the USCG site.

The ISSO will ensure security and compliance across DHS systems, execute RMF/ATO processes, conduct assessments, and coordinate with IT teams to implement controls. A DoD Secret clearance is required.