Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

PeopleTec is currently seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support our Huntsville, AL location.

• Serves as the principal advisor to the Information System Owner (SO), Business Process Owner, and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) / Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of an information system.
• ISSOs are responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls.
• Directs and implements the necessary controls and procedures to cost-effectively protect information systems assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure, or destruction.
• Provides guidance and direction for the physical protection of information systems assets to other functional units.
• Provides reports to superiors regarding effectiveness of data security and makes recommendations for the adoption of new procedures.
• Assist with reviewing, developing, and navigating the system, team, and customer through the Authority to Operate (ATO) accreditation/certification documentation process.
• Perform network self-inspections.
• Create new and edit existing documentation that forms the Authority to Operate (ATO) package to include the System Security Plan and IS contingency plan.
• Develop Plan of Action and Milestone (POAMS) from vulnerability data and enter into the system of record.

Required Skills/Experience:

• 10-12 years of experience
• Experience with the implementation, oversight, and maintenance of the security configuration, practices, and procedures for systems
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

• BS or B.A. Degree

• Experience with Xacta
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possession of excellent interpersonal skills
• CISSP or CompTIA Certification

This position description does not represent a current vacancy. However, it is intended to identify and engage candidates whose skills and experience align with roles that frequently become available at PeopleTec. Individuals who express interest may be considered for future opportunities as they arise.