Information Systems Security Officer

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VA · Arlington, VA
Salary
$77,600–$176,000 / yr
Posted
11 days ago
Closes
Jun 30, 2026

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Below market

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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

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 375 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Information Systems Security Officer

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As the lead Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for mission-critical national security programs, you will oversee the full lifecycle of Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization activities, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and Information Assurance policies. Your daily tasks include leading RMF processes such as system categorization, control selection, and vulnerability management cycles using ACAS reviews and CVE analysis. You will develop and maintain A&A artifacts like SSPs and POA&Ms, manage audit log collection through SPLUNK, and ensure incident response adherence to approved procedures. This role requires 5+ years of experience with NIST 800-53, ICD 503, RMF, and secure system operations, along with expertise in STIGs, Tenable scanning, and vulnerability remediation coordination. You will work within the Intelligence Community, protecting systems critical to national security while driving RMF excellence and mentoring technical teams.

Skills

RMF NIST 800-53 ICD 503 STIGs Tenable ACAS CVE SPLUNK CI/CD network security principles audit log collection dashboard analysis incident response procedures secure system operations cybersecurity practices

What you'll do

  • Lead RMF authorization activities including system categorization and control selection.
  • Oversee vulnerability management cycles involving ACAS reviews and CVE analysis.
  • Direct the development and maintenance of A&A artifacts such as SSP and POA&M.
  • Manage audit log collection, review, and reporting through SPLUNK and other tools.
  • Ensure compliance with security policies and directives for classified information systems.
  • Serve as central point of contact for security posture, policy interpretation, and guidance.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience with NIST 800-53, ICD 503, RMF, and secure system operations.
  • Experience developing and maintaining A&A artifacts such as SSP, POA&M, CONOPS, and monitoring plans.
  • Expertise in vulnerability management including ACAS reviews, CVE analysis, and mitigation coordination.
  • Knowledge of network security principles and practices with experience building SPLUNK dashboards for audit analysis.
  • IAM Level III certification (CISSP, GSLC, or CISM).
  • Strong communication and leadership skills to serve as the central point of contact for security posture and compliance guidance.

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