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Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

1/1/2026

As an Information System Security Officer, you will support a high-visibility DoD program by enforcing information system security policies and conducting vulnerability assessments. You will also perform security control monitoring and collaborate on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate decisions.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
ASEC is an award-winning, 100% employee-owned business specializing in engineering, IT, training, and logistics, ensuring mission success through specialized expertise and cost-effective solutions. Headquartered in Lexington Park, MD, with offices in Jacksonville, FL, and sites nationwide, ASEC supports the defense industry with a commitment to the Warfighter. Our engineering team excels in system design and maintenance for manned and unmanned aircraft. We deliver superior logistics and innovative training, supporting advanced Navy aircraft with custom courseware and hands-on instruction. ASEC also plays a crucial role in test and evaluation, program security, IT, and flight operations, offering comprehensive solutions to meet critical mission demands with precision and efficiency.
About the Role

Description

Location: NAS Fallon, NV

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Telework Eligible? No - 100% On-Site


What You’ll Do:


As an Information System Security Officer, you will play a key role in supporting a high-visibility DoD program. In this role, you’ll help shape and enforce the information system security policies, standards, and methodologies that keep our mission-critical systems protected. Are you ready to make an impact?


As the ISSO, you will provide mission-critical support by:

  • Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies.
  • Conducting vulnerability assessments using automated benchmarks and tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker.
  • Utilizing SolarWinds or Splunk to perform advanced system monitoring, security event analysis, and continuous compliance activities.
  • Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
  • Performing security control continuous monitoring, reviewing system security plans and associated artifacts, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
  • Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
  • Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
  • Providing guidance of cross-functional cybersecurity efforts ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and milestones.
  • Collaborating on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions, including SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, and Knowledge Articles.
  • Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential threats to satellite communication infrastructures.
  • Position may require flexibility in working hours.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Engineering, or a related, technical area of study preferred. Without a bachelor's degree, 10 years of experience as an ISSO will be required.

At least 5 years of experience in the following areas is required:

  • Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (IA/CS).
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) DODI 8510.01.
  • Security controls and implementation delineated in Committee of National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).
  • Performing vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated Benchmarks.
  • Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides.
  • Performing security control continuous monitoring, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
  • Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
  • Knowledge of the Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, DoD 5205.07, and DOD 5205.07-M Volumes 1-4, Special Access Program (SAP) Policy, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).

Equally Important:

  • Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
  • Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
  • Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
  • Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.


Certification Requirements:

  • Candidates must hold a current IAM-II certification (e.g., CompTIA CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP) as defined by DoD 8570.01-M. Please upload copies of any relevant IT certifications as part of your application. These documents help us verify qualifications during the initial screening process.

Security Clearance Requirement:

  • This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Who We Are:


ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.


Why work at ASEC?

  • 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
  • Veteran-friendly employer
  • Thriving employee culture

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ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.

Key Skills
Information AssuranceCybersecurityRisk Management FrameworkVulnerability AssessmentsSecurity AuditsMitigation StrategiesSecurity MonitoringAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunicationOrganizational SkillsSelf-Directed WorkTechnical WritingComplianceSecurity Policies
Categories
TechnologySecurity & SafetyGovernment & Public SectorEngineeringData & Analytics
Benefits
Medical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageDisability Insurance401(k) with Company MatchTuition AssistancePaid Holidays
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