ISSO - Information System Security Officer

The Intellekt Group, LLC; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Intellekt Group, LLC is seeking a SCIF Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to provide cybersecurity, SCI security, and SCIF administration support within ACC/A2 operations for USAF Intelligence Community resources.

The role ensures confidentiality, integrity, and availability by assisting ISSOs/ISSMs, interfacing with the SSO office, and supporting compliance, assessment, authorization, and reporting activities.

Qualifications

• DoD/IC security, ISSO/ISSM/SSO/SCIF mgmt functions experience.
• SCI security programs, SCIF operations, visitor-control, SCI rosters, media accountability.
• SCI security, information security, physical security, personnel security, and technical security for SCIF.
• RMF-related activities: security plans, POA&Ms, A&A workflows, patch management, IAVAs, DoD 8140/ATO support.
• Familiarity with DISS and SCI personnel/access processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate under SCI, cybersecurity, and facility-security guidance (DODM 5105.21, ICDs, AFMAN, and DD 254).
• Interface with ACC/A2 SSO office on SCI matters and security compliance.
• Administer division SCI security program and provide SCI oversight for the SCIF.
• Controller for SCI material handling: access, transport, dissemination, and destruction per policy.
• Certify SCI visitor clearances and maintain SCIF access rosters; validate clearances.
• Maintain DISS data, SCI access records, alarm and container records, and security forms.
• Support TEMPEST and TSCM procedures as required.
• Label, track, and account for classified media; prevent unmarked devices in SCIF.
• Verify classification markings, program stickers, and security documentation.
• Execute monthly security-form updates, entry/exit checks, alarm tests, and emergency-exit checks.
• Collect and report cybersecurity compliance data (POA&Ms, RMF/A&A workflows, IAVAs, FISMA).
• Coordinate with ISSOs/ISSMs, commanders, trainers, and stakeholders to improve program.
• Assist in developing on-the-job training on IT security tools, policies, and procedures.

Skills

DoD/IC security

SCI security programs

SCI security knowledge

RMF/A&A experience

DISS familiarity

Security communications

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Top Secret with SCI

Tools

DISS system

Job description

Job Summary

The SCIF Information System Security Officer (ISSO) provides cybersecurity, SCI security, and SCIF administration support to ACC/A2 A26. This position supports the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of USAF Intelligence Community information resources by assisting ACC Cybersecurity Chief ISSO/ISSMs, interfacing with the ACC/A2 SSO office, administering SCI security requirements, and supporting cybersecurity compliance, assessment, authorization, and reporting activities.

Description

Job Summary

The SCIF Information System Security Officer (ISSO) provides cybersecurity, SCI security, and SCIF administration support to ACC/A2 A26. This position supports the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of USAF Intelligence Community information resources by assisting ACC Cybersecurity Chief ISSO/ISSMs, interfacing with the ACC/A2 SSO office, administering SCI security requirements, and supporting cybersecurity compliance, assessment, authorization, and reporting activities.

Essential Functions

• Operate in accordance with applicable SCI, cybersecurity, and facility-security guidance, including DODM 5105.21, ICD 704, ICD 705, AFMAN 14-403, and applicable DD Form 254 requirements.
• Interface with the ACC/A2 SSO office on matters related to SCI materials, SCI access, visitor control, and security compliance.
• Administer the division SCI security program and provide SCI security oversight for the division SCIF.
• Account for, control, transmit, transport, package, safeguard, disseminate, and destroy SCI material only through authorized processes and to personnel with established access and need to know.
• Serve as the official channel for certifying and receiving SCI visitor clearances and accesses; maintain SCIF access rosters and validate clearances for non-badged visitors.
• Maintain Defense Information System for Security (DISS) data, SCI access records, alarm access records, container records, SF 700 forms, SF 701 activity checklists, SF 702 security container check sheets, and related security documentation.
• Conduct or manage SCI personnel, information, physical, and technical security actions, including support to TEMPEST and TSCM-related procedures when required.
• Approve, label, track, and account for classified media; ensure unmarked or unauthorized media and personal electronic devices are not present within the SCIF.
• Verify system classification markings, program stickers, hard-drive accountability labels, classification banners, secure phone accountability, emergency contact signage, copier/shredder approval letters, and related facility security requirements.
• Conduct recurring facility-security actions, including monthly security-form updates, random entry/exit checks, quarterly alarm testing, and quarterly verification of emergency-exit audible alarms.
• Gather, analyze, and report cybersecurity compliance data related to security plans, POA&Ms, Assessment and Authorization workflows, patch management, IAVAs, DoD 8140 certification status, FISMA tasks, and Authorizations to Operate.
• Coordinate with unit ISSOs, ISSMs, commanders, cybersecurity trainers, and other stakeholders to provide guidance, resolve compliance issues, and improve cybersecurity program performance.
• Assist in developing and delivering on-the-job training for Government, Contractor, and military personnel on applicable IT security tools, policies, and procedures.

Position Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Journeyman-level experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community security, cybersecurity, ISSO, ISSM, Information Security Officer, SSO, or SCIF management functions.
• Experience administering or supporting SCI security programs, SCIF operations, visitor-control processes, SCI access rosters, classified-media accountability, and security container documentation.
• Working knowledge of SCI security, information security, physical security, personnel security, and technical security requirements applicable to a SCIF environment.
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance and RMF-related activities, including security plans, POA&Ms, A&A workflows, patch management, IAVAs, FISMA tasks, and ATO support.
• Familiarity with DISS and SCI personnel/access administration processes.
• Ability to communicate security and cybersecurity requirements clearly to commanders, ISSOs, ISSMs, SSO personnel, Government personnel, contractors, and mission stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and ability to manage recurring compliance requirements with minimal oversight.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and standard Government collaboration tools.
• Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as an ISSM, ISSO, SSO, assistant SSO, SCIF manager, or SCI security specialist in a USAF, MAJCOM, ACC, or Intelligence Community environment.
• DoD 8140/8570 certification appropriate to the assigned role, such as Security+, CySA+, CGRC/CAP, CASP+, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent, as approved by the customer.
• Experience supporting JWICS, classified networks, SCI facility inspections, TEMPEST/TSCM coordination, or RMF/eMASS processes.
• Experience supporting ACC/A2, USAF intelligence, or headquarters-level staff operations.

Compensation Range

• Compensation is based off experience, range is estimated between 102k-120k yearly plus benefits.

About The Organization Who We Are

Intellekt is a team of dedicated professionals committed to our personal and professional goals, serving our clients and their important missions, and promoting the safety and security of U.S. interests at home and abroad. Accountability is the foundation of our culture. We use this foundation to deliver value to our clients by analyzing problems, formulating solutions, and driving results with focus and determination. Our values of Authenticity, Judgement, Details, and Passion guide our decisions. Together, as Intellektuals, we strive to be the most ethical and accountable provider of intelligence, law enforcement, knowledge sharing, and technology solutions in the industry. For more information about our organization visit:https://theintellektgroup.com/careers/

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.