ISSO Lead

Prosync; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K retirement plan

Quarterly bonuses

11 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

ProSync is seeking a passionate Lead Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to oversee the ISSO Support Department and maintain security compliance for DoS systems. You will drive RMF governance, SSP development, documentation accuracy, and continuous monitoring to ensure daily NIST/FISMA compliance.

With 8+ years as an ISSO or security analyst, you will coordinate assessment cycles, vulnerability status, and A&A preparations, leveraging tools like Archer and CSAM.

Qualifications

• 8+ years as an ISSO or security analyst.
• Strong knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53, POA&M processes.
• Experience with governance tools such as Archer and CSAM.
• CISSP, CISM or equivalent certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads continuous RMF compliance and system documentation upkeep.
• Oversees SSP development, artifacts, monitoring metrics, and assessment coordination.
• Provides escalation support for complex control interpretations and audits.

Skills

ISSO leadership

RMF / NIST SP800-53

POA&M management

Governance tools (Archer, CSAM)

CISSP / CISM equivalent

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Archer

CSAM

Job description

ProSync is seeking a passionateLead Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to help oversee the ISSO Support Department and is responsible for helping maintain security compliance, documentation accuracy, and continuous monitoring for DoS systems. They will oversee routine cybersecurity governance functions such as POA&M tracking, RMF documentation updates, vulnerability status maintenance, audit preparation, and system owner coordination. This department ensures systems stay compliant with FISMA and NIST requirements daily.

ProSync Technology Group, LLC (ProSync) is an award-winning, SDVOSB Defense Contracting company with a strong military heritage and a record of excellence in supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.If you have prior military service or government contracting experience, are proud to serve and support our nation, and want to help support ProSync's mission to "Define and Redefine the State of Possible.”

RESPONSIBILITIES

The ISSO leads the personnel executing continuous RMF compliance, system documentation upkeep, and implementation of security controls.

• Serves as senior technical authority for ISSO functions.
• Leads system-level cybersecurity governance tasks, ensuring accuracy of SSPs, artifacts, and monitoring metrics.
• Provides escalation point support to ISSOs for complex control interpretations.

Operations & Tasks Overseen

• Continuous monitoring
• Security control implementation verification
• Vulnerability scanning follow‑through
• POA&M population and closure
• SSP development, review, and updates
• Coordination during assessment cycles and A&A preparations

• 8+ years as an ISSO or security analyst.
• Strong knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53, POA&M processes.
• Experience with governance tools (e.g., Archer, CSAM).
• A CISSP, CISM or equivalent certification is required.

• A minimum Secret security clearance is required to be considered for this position with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. (We are not able to sponsor candidates for a security clearance)

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in any field. (A technical specialization is preferred)

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Compensation

• We also offer bonuses that are awarded quarterly to our employees and our compensation rates are highly competitive.

Health & Retirement

• We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.

Education

• Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification they need to propel them to the next level.

Work/Life Balance

• A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.