ISSO - Satellite Ground Security & Compliance Leader

Saic; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team supporting US Government programs. This role focuses on security authorization, continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and cloud security, with a target salary range of $120,000 to $160,000.

The ISSO will prepare and review SSPs/POA&Ms, implement STIGs, and coordinate risk remediation. Strong RMF, scripting, and communication skills are required, along with active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
• Bachelor's degree with minimum of nine (9) years of relevant work experience or seven (7) years with master’s degree
• Information security certification: Security+, CISM, or CISSP
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus, ACAS, or SCAP)
• Experience with scripting languages for automating patches and hardening tasks
• Knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RFM)
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Interpersonal and communications skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations

Responsibilities

• Support systems security authorization and continuous monitoring activities for assigned systems
• Support the preparation, review, and submission of security authorization packages, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and related authorization artifacts
• System Patch Management: Use patch deployment tools and hardening guidelines to ensure security compliance
• System Hardening: Apply and verify STIGs and vendor hardening guides
• Vulnerability Scanning & Remediation: Conduct regular vulnerability scans and remediation
• Cloud Security: Experience with cloud-based patching and hardening techniques
• Security & Configuration Management: Implement security controls (e.g. VLANs, firewall rules, encryption)
• Risk Management: Analyze vulnerability findings and track remediation progress
• Documentation: Maintain security documentation and baseline changes
• Track risks, findings, POA&M activities, and remediation status
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and provide compliance status updates
• Collaborate with FVEY partners to enhance security posture

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI with Poly

Vulnerability assessment

Scripting

NIST RMF

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Security+, CISM, or CISSP

Experience: 9+ years (7+ with Master’s)

Tools

Nessus

ACAS

SCAP

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

SAIC is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team supporting US Government programs. This role focuses on security authorization, continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and cloud security, with a target salary range of $120,000 to $160,000.

The ISSO will prepare and review SSPs/POA&Ms, implement STIGs, and coordinate risk remediation. Strong RMF, scripting, and communication skills are required, along with active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.