TS/SCI ISSO — Cybersecurity & Compliance Expert

Altus Consulting Corporation; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Altus Consulting seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to champion cybersecurity and safeguard client systems and data. The role emphasizes assessing security controls, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with industry frameworks.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, conduct assessments using NIST RMF and ICD 503, and participate in incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture reviews. Active TS/SCI with polygraph and a related degree are required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in security assessments and advising system administrators.
• Strong knowledge of networking, system hardening, and Windows/Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments using NIST RMF and ICD 503.
• Analyze system packages and identify risks.
• Perform in-depth technical reviews of products for clients.
• Collaborate with incident response for real-world security events.

Skills

Security assessments

Documentation

Advising admins

Networking basics

System hardening

Windows/Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Tools

Nessus

Rapid7

Job description

Altus Consulting seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to champion cybersecurity and safeguard client systems and data. The role emphasizes assessing security controls, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with industry frameworks.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, conduct assessments using NIST RMF and ICD 503, and participate in incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture reviews. Active TS/SCI with polygraph and a related degree are required.