Senior Information Systems Security Officer (Secret Clearance)

UltraViolet Cyber; Bluemont (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

DTO Program

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

UltraViolet Cyber is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to lead cybersecurity and compliance across IT and classified networks. The role drives RMF processes, system authorizations (ATO), vulnerability assessments, and continuous monitoring to ensure secure, compliant operations.

The candidate must hold US citizenship, an active Secret DoD clearance, and 15+ years in information security with RMF/FISMA/NIST experience.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Active Secret DoD clearance is required.
• 15+ years in information security/IA.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or related cyber field (or 6 years exp equivalency).
• RMF, FISMA, and NIST knowledge.
• CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, review and maintenance of SSPs and authorization packages (System Authorization).
• Oversee security audits, scanning operations (ACAS, Nessus), and POA&M remediation (Risk & Vulnerability Management).
• Implement security telemetry, manage patch statuses, monitor system activities (Continuous Monitoring).
• Ensure systems comply with federal/DoD/NIST frameworks (Compliance & Governance).
• Coordinate incident response, assess security impacts of changes, enforce access controls (Incident Response & Configuration).
• Provide strategic risk and compliance guidance to ISSMs and mentor staff (Leadership & Advising).

Skills

RMF knowledge

FISMA knowledge

NIST frameworks

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or related cyber field

6 years experience equivalency

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

Job description

Make a difference here.

UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing a comprehensive suite of security operations solutions. Founded and operated by security practitioners with decades of experience, the UltraViolet Cyber security‑as‑code platform combines technology innovation and human expertise to make advanced real‑time cybersecurity accessible for all organizations by eliminating risks of separate red and blue teams.

By creating continuously optimized identification, detection, and resilience from today’s dynamic threat landscape, UltraViolet Cyber provides both managed and custom‑tailored unified security operations solutions to the Fortune 500, Federal Government, and Commercial clients. UltraViolet Cyber is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with global offices across the U.S. and in India.

UltraViolet Cyber is seeking to hire a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to lead the cybersecurity and compliance efforts for organizational IT and classified networks. They drive the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, manage system authorizations (ATO), conduct vulnerability assessments, and oversee continuous monitoring activities to ensure secure operations and regulatory compliance.

Clearance: An active Secret DoD clearance is required for this role

What You'll Do:

• System Authorization: Lead the development, review, and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs) and authorization packages.
• Risk & Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular security audits, oversee scanning operations (e.g., ACAS, Nessus), and manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA & Ms) for remediation.
• Continuous Monitoring: Implement security telemetry, manage patch statuses, and monitor system activities for anomalous behavior or potential threats.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure systems adhere to strict federal, Department of Defense (DoD), or Intelligence Community frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, FISMA).
• Incident Response & Configuration: Coordinate incident response, evaluate security impacts of system changes, and enforce access controls.
• Leadership & Advising: Provide strategic risk and compliance advice to system owners and Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), while mentoring junior ISSO staff.

What You've Done:

• US Citizenship is required
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related cybersecurity field. (Or 6 years of experience equivalency)
• Experience: 15+ years of professional information security or information assurance experience.
• Frameworks: Extensive working knowledge of the RMF, FISMA, and NIST frameworks.
• Certifications: Industry-standard credentials such as the CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+.
• Background Investigation: This role requires a federal background investigation. A current or prior DHS suitability is highly preferred.
• Clearance: An active Secret DoD clearance is required for this role.

What We Offer:

• 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
• Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
• Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually

$140,000 - $160,000 a year

UltraViolet Cyber maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect our company's differing products, services, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors.

We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this position. We know your time is valuable.

UltraViolet Cyber welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

If you want to make an impact, UltraViolet Cyber is the place for you!