Mid-Level Information System Security Officer

Xpect Solutions

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plan

Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

3 weeks of annual PTO

Performance Awards

Job summary

A reputable IT services provider in Washington is seeking a Mid-Level Information System Security Officer (ISSO). The role involves ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems. Responsibilities include implementing security controls, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Candidates must have over 5 years of ISSO experience and hold a Top Secret clearance. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

5+ years as an Information Systems Security Officer at a cleared facility.
7+ years of experience in a computer science or cybersecurity field.
Hold at least one recognized security certification.

Responsibilities

Implement and oversee security configurations and practices.
Conduct IS vulnerability scans and manage risks.
Ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Skills

Active Top Secret Clearance

Information Systems Security Officer experience

Cybersecurity knowledge

Familiarity with security tools

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Tools

Tenable Nessus

IBM Guardium

NMAP

Job description

Company Overview

XPECT Solutions, LLC has built a strong reputation by supporting our clients in meeting their strategic goals and mission objectives. We provide high quality resources for a wide range of IT and security solutions at best‑value pricing. Our success is built on a solid foundation of well‑vetted, highly technical personnel, a disciplined project management approach, and an overarching commitment to customer service. We develop, test, deploy, and support exceptional solutions that enhance system functionality, while maximizing reliability and availability, and ensure the tightest security.

Job Overview

XPECT Solutions is looking for a Mid‑Level Information System Security Officer (ISSO). The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) plays a critical role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems within an organization. Acting as the primary liaison between system owners and cybersecurity stakeholders, the ISSO is responsible for implementing and maintaining security controls, managing risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations and organizational policies. This role requires a deep understanding of security frameworks, continuous monitoring practices, and incident response procedures to safeguard sensitive data and support mission‑critical operations.

Core Responsibilities

Ensure the day‑to‑day implementation, oversight, continuous monitoring, and maintenance of the security configuration, practices, and procedures for each IS
Provide liaison support between the system owner and other IS security personnel
Ensure that selected security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the IS lifecycle
Ensure that system security documentation is developed, maintained, reviewed, and updated on a continuous basis
Conduct required IS vulnerability scans according to risk assessment parameters.
Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) in response to reported security vulnerabilities
Manage the risks to ISs and other our customer’s assets by coordinating appropriate correction or mitigation actions, and oversee and track the timely completion of (POAMs)
Coordinate system owner concurrence for correction or mitigation actions
Monitor security controls for our customer’s ISs to maintain security Authorized To Operate (ATO)
Upload all security control evidence to the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) application to support security control implementation during the monitoring phase
Ensure that changes to an our customer’s IS, its environment, and/or operational needs that may affect the authorization status are reported to the system owner and IS Security Manager (ISSM)
Ensure the removal and retirement of ISs being decommissioned in coordination with the system owner, ISSM, and ISSR

Requirements

ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE
5+ years serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at a cleared facility
7+ years of work experience in a computer science or Cybersecurity related field
Hold at least one of the following certifications:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Global Information Security Professional (GISP)
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP Weblnspect, Network Mapper (NMAP), and/or similar applications

Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or other cyber discipline

Benefits

Xpect Solutions, LLC is a one‑of‑a‑kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry‑recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers.

We support our team by providing open communication, win‑win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team‑oriented culture, and a focus on professional development and growth for a long‑lasting and happy career.

We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets – our employees – healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple – empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful.

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