NISSC Information Systems Security Analyst III

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 116,200 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS seeks an Information Systems Security Analyst III with 7–10 years of experience and a TS/SCI clearance to support NORAD at Cheyenne Mountain Complex. The role covers security governance, risk management, and incident handling within DoD contracting frameworks.

Responsibilities include vulnerability management, audit coordination, and secure handling of sensitive material. The position requires DoD policy compliance and strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent DoD/military training.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• 7–10 years of information security experience.
• Experience with DoD compliance and contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain information security practices and risk assessments.
• Support security reporting, vulnerability and incident response activities.
• Coordinate audits, access provisioning, and security documentation.

Skills

Information security principles

Risk management

Incident response

User access provisioning

Audit facilitation

Security documentation

Artifact tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cyber/CS/IS/Data Science/Software Engineering

Tools

eMASS

XACTA

CORE

ACAS

SCAP tools

Nessus

Checkmarx

ZAP DAST

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Information Systems Security Analyst III, with 7 - 10 years experience and a TS/SCI Clearance to support The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) - Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (NCMC-ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract III Mission.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain information security practices, including execution of risk assessments, vulnerability and incident response, compliance tracking, system documentation, and regular production/submission of security event reports, plans, and artifacts.
• Support secure handling and storage of classified/unclassified materials and user access provisioning, monitor POA&M tracking, and coordinate compliance audits and readiness activities.
• Lead or support training and process improvement efforts, ensuring protection of sensitive data, improvement of security practices, and overall compliance with DoD policy and contract requirements.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors in IT, Cyber, CS, IS, Data Science, or SW Engineering OR equivalent DoD/Military training
Clearance: Top Secret/ SCI
Certifications: CCSP, Cloud+, CSC, GCLD, GSEC, and/or SecurityX/CASP+ certification.
Experience: 7-10 Years

• Expertise in cybersecurity and information assurance principles, with demonstrated ability to implement, monitor, and assess security compliance through vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and incident response.
• Proficient in coordinating risk management certifications, incident response strategies, security documentation, artifact tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Skilled in user access provisioning, secure material handling and storage, audit facilitation, and regular production/submission of security plans and reports.
• Experience leveraging cybersecurity and security management tools such as eMASS, XACTA, CORE, ACAS, SCAP tools, Nessus, Checkmarx, and ZAP DAST.

Notice of Anticipated Employment Opportunities

These positions are being posted in anticipation of future employment opportunities, which may become available beginning around June 2026. Actual hiring and start dates will depend on contract award, organizational needs and other factors. Candidates may be considered for these or similar positions as opportunities arise.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $116,200.00/Yr. - USD $194,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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