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Information Systems Security Officer

United States·JessupFull-timemid

OtherInformation Systems Security OfficerCybersecurityGovernance Risk and Compliance Manager

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Overview

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success.

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ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/

The Information Systems Security Officer will be responsible for maintaining the security posture of information systems by evaluating security solutions, managing configuration, and ensuring compliance with policies for classified information.

A detail-oriented security professional who takes ownership of maintaining and improving the operational security posture of complex information systems

A clear communicator who can propose, coordinate, and enforce security policies across teams and programs

Comfortable serving as an Approval Authority and making sound, independent security decisions

Collaborative by nature, supporting ISSMs and senior ISSOs while also contributing individually to team goals

Someone who models integrity and accountability in all aspects of their work, consistent with core values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability

Planning and coordinating IT security programs and policies across assigned information systems

Managing and controlling system changes and assessing their security impact

Supporting the certification and accreditation (C&A) process in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies

Maintaining operational security posture and performing day-to-day security operations

Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information

Administering user identification and authentication mechanisms for assigned Information Systems (IS)

Maintaining records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, and other infrastructure, including system upgrades

Providing configuration management (CM) for security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware

Supporting senior ISSOs with implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies

Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of security documentation

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited university

Minimum of 10 years of experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity

Experience in at least one of the following: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, or encryption techniques/tools

DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Systems Technical (IAT), Level 1 or higher

Knowledge of basic networking fundamentals

Experience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171

Active or current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance, OR the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Access

Experience with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, implementation, or compliance programs

Experience supporting multiple programs or enclaves simultaneously

Familiarity with ODNI-specific C&A documentation requirements

Prior experience serving as an Approval Authority for classified information systems

Advanced DoD 8570 certifications (IAT Level II or III, or IASAE)

Experience with cloud security or hybrid environment security operations

ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization.

Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners.

If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.