As an Information Systems Security Officer on our team, you will lead the development and implementation of robust cybersecurity solutions to protect military operations. Your daily tasks include assessing security threats, implementing infrastructure controls, and enhancing detection capabilities in large enterprises. You will work closely with clients and stakeholders to identify problems, analyze data, and generate effective solutions while adhering to NIST 800-53 and RMF standards. Ideal candidates have at least five years of experience as an ISSO within a DoD or government agency, extensive knowledge of cybersecurity policy and risk management, and hands-on experience with Windows operating systems and tools like eMASS and XACTA. This role demands expertise in vulnerability analysis, compliance testing using ACAS and STIGs, and supporting secure environments such as SAPF or SCIF.
Develop and implement security solutions to protect military systems.
Assess security threats and vulnerabilities in large enterprise environments.
Lead the continuous monitoring of cybersecurity risks and compliance.
Implement infrastructure controls for enhanced detection and vulnerability management.
Interact with clients and stakeholders to identify problems and generate solutions.
Ensure adherence to NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, CNSS-1253, or JSIG requirements.
Provide hands-on support in critical mission areas for cybersecurity challenges.
What we're looking for
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity and IT systems for DoD or government agency.
Experience as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and RMF process implementation.
Knowledge of NIST standards, CNSS-1253, JSIG requirements, and Windows operating systems.
Ability to interact with clients, managers, stakeholders, and approving authorities for problem-solving.
DoD 8140 Certification required.
Market check
Salary context
This
$99,000–$225,000
range sits above
58%
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Peer median band
$113,950–$198,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$138,356–$184,850
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Based on 238 comparable postings.*
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About Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting
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2143 Annapolis Junction Md, US14 days ago
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IAVA
SSP
TS/SCI
Polygraph
CI/CD
DoD 8570
IAT
IAM
Encryption
Communication Protocols
Hardware Security
Software Security
Security Evaluations
Information Systems Security Policies
Day-to-Day Security Operations