ISSO - On-Site Cybersecurity for National Security

Leidos LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos LLC is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support critical national-security missions in a secure on-site environment. You will help maintain the security posture, support accreditation activities, and collaborate with ISSMs, system administrators, and mission teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or 15 years of ISSO experience, TS/SCI with Polygraph, and full-time on-site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline or 4 years of ISSO experience in lieu of degree.
• 15 years of ISSO experience on programs/contracts of similar scope and complexity.
• Experience in at least two areas: security tools, encryption, IAM, or DoD 8570 IAM Level I or higher.
• Experience with information-system security policies, standards, and day-to-day operations.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph; on-site work required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational security posture of information systems and programs.
• Support security policies, standards, and methodologies implementation.
• Coordinate IT security programs and develop system security policies.
• Assist ISSM in maintaining appropriate IA posture for systems and enclaves.
• Support security authorization, certification, and accreditation activities.

Skills

ISSO experience

Information Security

NIST RMF knowledge

Vulnerability assessment

Policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

ServiceNow

C&A documentation tools

Job description

Leidos LLC is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support critical national-security missions in a secure on-site environment. You will help maintain the security posture, support accreditation activities, and collaborate with ISSMs, system administrators, and mission teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or 15 years of ISSO experience, TS/SCI with Polygraph, and full-time on-site work.