ISSO: Secure Critical Systems & Compliance (Secret Clearance)

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. in Huntsville seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with 3–5 years of experience to oversee the security posture of our information systems.

You will implement security controls, coordinate with system administrators, perform risk assessments, manage vulnerabilities, and support incident response efforts, ensuring compliance with NIST/ISO frameworks.

Active Secret clearance and a relevant degree are required; candidates with certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Secret US Government clearance required.
• 3–5 years of direct information security experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of network security, IAM, and patch management.
• Certifications preferred (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISSP).

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate vulnerability scans and remediation with system admins.
• Update System Security Plans (SSP) and POA&Ms, maintain security documentation.
• Monitor access controls, perform reviews, and audit logs.
• Assist Incident Response team during security incidents and investigations.

Skills

Network security principles

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

IAM

Vulnerability management

SIEM

NIST SP 800-37/53

ISO/IEC 27001

SOC 2

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

Rapid7

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

eMass

Job description

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. in Huntsville seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with 3–5 years of experience to oversee the security posture of our information systems.

You will implement security controls, coordinate with system administrators, perform risk assessments, manage vulnerabilities, and support incident response efforts, ensuring compliance with NIST/ISO frameworks.

Active Secret clearance and a relevant degree are required; candidates with certifications are preferred.