ISSO II - Information Systems Security Officer II

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

Ample paid leave

Employee assistance program

Competitive 401k savings plan

Job summary

A security and risk management firm in Albuquerque is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer II to manage operational security for DOD programs. Responsibilities include preparing authorization packages and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Candidates must have 2-5 years of relevant experience, hold at least a bachelor's degree, and be willing to obtain necessary security certifications. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years related experience in security roles.
• Prior roles as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO.
• Must meet certification requirements within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in security duties.
• Prepare and update authorization packages.
• Monitor system recovery processes.
• Conduct periodic reviews for security compliance.
• Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate changes to hardware, software, or firmware with ISSM/AO/DAO prior to the change.
• Monitor system recovery to ensure security features are restored and functioning.
• Ensure all security documentation is current and accessible to authorized personnel.
• Attend required security training relevant to assigned duties.

Skills

Operational Security

Incident handling

Security training and awareness

Stress management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Come make your mark with Watermark!

Founded by USAF Veterans in 2007, we are proud to be a Service‑Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Subject Matter Experts specializing in security and risk management, we’re intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements. Our core values drive every action we take as a company. We strive to exhibit perspective, passion, communication, integrity and ethics, and balance in all we do.

Competitive Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that addresses our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being, including 100% employer‑paid medical insurance, ample paid leave, a free employee assistance program, and a competitive 401(k) savings plan.

Information Systems Security Officer II

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and works closely in collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. He/she manages security aspects of the system and is often assigned responsibility for the day‑to‑day security operations, including physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. He/she works in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation, developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries, assessing the impact of changes, and recommending to the ISSM. Primary functions include working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting DoD agencies.

In this role you will…

• Assist the ISSM in meeting their 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 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 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 cyber security portion of the self‑inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the 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 continuous monitoring activities for authorization boundaries under your preview
• Assist Department of Defense, National Agency and Contractor organizations with the development of assessment and authorization (A&A) efforts

Experience Requirements

• 2‑5 years of related experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator or ISSO

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certification Requirements

• 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 Requirements

• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other Requirements

• Expert knowledge of DoD, National and applicable service and agency security policy, manuals and standards
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
• May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
• Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience
• All Level III positions - candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience

Watermark provides salary ranges with job postings in states where it is legally required; any other salary ranges associated with our postings are third party estimates and may not be an accurate reflection of Watermark’s total compensation package. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hourly rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor Categories. Central to Watermark’s employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside annual base compensation.

Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.