Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Nava; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nava is seeking a motivated Junior Information System Security Officer to join a mission-driven team. This role offers a unique opportunity to build experience in cybersecurity compliance and risk management. Responsibilities include managing system documentation, conducting security assessments, and ensuring cybersecurity policy compliance. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and hands-on experience with the RMF process.

Benefits

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance

100% company paid dental insurance

100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance

100% company paid vision insurance

401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting

Competitive Pay

Generous paid leave and holiday package

Tuition and training reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of hands-on relevant experience required.
• Experience with the RMF process and NIST Special Publications.
• Ability to maintain basic cybersecurity documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support ATO/ATT documentation development.
• Conduct system security assessments and control evaluations.
• Participate in continuous monitoring and training exercises.

Skills

Documentation skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Ability to brief technical content

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field

CompTIA Security+

CGRC, CEH, or equivalent entry-level cybersecurity certification

Tools

JCAM

Job description

Be Challenged and Make a Difference

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed:

Come join our growing team and make a difference every day! AnaVation is seeking a motivated Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO). This junior-level role is ideal for someone eager to build experience in cybersecurity compliance and risk management in a mission-driven environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the development and maintenance of ATO/ATT documentation for low to moderate-impact systems

• Assist with system security assessments and control evaluations under the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

• Maintain security artifacts and documentation in JCAM

• Conduct biweekly reviews of system logs and vulnerability scan results

• Track and manage POA&Ms in coordination with senior ISSOs and system owners

• Participate in continuous monitoring, training exercises, and contingency planning events

• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and NIST SP 800-53 control

This position is full-time onsite with our customer in a Metro-accessible location in Washington, DC.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, a
• minimum of two (2) years of hands-on relevant experience is required.
• Experience: 2 years
• Required Skills/Certs:
• Minimum two (2) years of hands-on experience with the RMF process and NIST Special Publications, particularly NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, and 800-137.
• Experience supporting system security documentation, control assessments, and ATO or ATT packages for low to moderate-impact systems. • Familiarity with tools such as JCAM and common security documentation templates.
• Exposure to POA&M tracking, audit support, and vulnerability scanning processes
• Ability to draft and maintain basic cybersecurity documentation (e.g., SSP, CMP, IRP)
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to brief technical content to non-technical leadership
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Required Clearance:
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; Secret clearance strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CompTIA Security+
• CGRC (formerly CAP), CEH, or equivalent entry-level cybersecurity certification

Benefits

·Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents

·100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents

·100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance

·100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents

·401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting

·Competitive Pay

·Generous paid leave and holiday package

·Tuition and training reimbursement

·Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.