Information Systems Security Officer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Antonio, TX
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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Below market

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Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 435 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Information Systems Security Officer

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) joins the team to support an Air Force Cybersecurity Service Provider mission. This role involves assessing system cybersecurity risk, evaluating compliance with requirements, and advising Government personnel and technical teams on remediation. The ISSO will identify technical deficiencies, develop practical solutions, and ensure that Plans of Action and Milestones are appropriately addressed. Key responsibilities include validating organizational compliance with laws and regulations, reviewing continuity planning, and coordinating across technical and program stakeholders. Required skills include technical writing, analytical thinking, and knowledge of the DoD Risk Management Framework, incident response, and PII security. Candidates must possess a Top Secret/SCI clearance and meet DoD 8140/DCWF and IAT Level II certification requirements. The work focuses on maintaining security posture and infrastructure within a defense environment.

What you'll do

  • Assess system cybersecurity risk and evaluate compliance with applicable cybersecurity requirements.
  • Advise Government personnel and technical teams on risk levels, remediation, and security posture.
  • Validate organizational compliance with policies, guidelines, regulations, and laws.
  • Identify technical deficiencies and develop practical, workable solutions to address security gaps.
  • Ensure Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and remediation activities are established and addressed.
  • Review cybersecurity requirements to ensure incorporation into system and organizational continuity planning.
  • Communicate customer expectations to project teams and escalate critical issues to senior personnel.
  • Coordinate across technical and Government stakeholders to resolve issues and support mission objectives.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cybersecurity or a related field.
  • 5+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience.
  • Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance with ability to obtain additional read-ins.
  • Meet applicable DoD 8140 / Defense Cyber Workforce Framework certification or qualification requirements.
  • IAT Level II certification.
  • Strong communication, technical writing, analytical, and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), incident response, and PII security requirements.
  • CSSP Infrastructure Support certification (preferred).

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