AIS (Applied Information Sciences)

AIS (Applied Information Sciences)

Information System Security Officer, Senior

Client Site - Washington, D.C., USA · Senior · Contract

No sponsorship$120k-$181kDetected 48 days ago
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About the role

  • When you join AIS, you're joining a mission-driven team that's passionate about making a difference. You'll work on projects that matter, alongside industry-leading experts, in an environment that fosters innovation, driving client success, and empowering our team to make a lasting impact. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, inclusivity,
  • - Employee Ownership: Your contributions directly impact the company's success, and you share in its achievements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead documentation, testing, and comprehensive review of system security controls
  • Oversee and validate implementation of all assigned NIST 800-53 controls
  • Drive and manage system authorization (ATO) efforts to completion
  • Access to resources, training, and mentorship to support your professional growth.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or related discipline.
  • An additional 4 years' of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Deep expertise in:

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting high-visibility federal or DoD programs
  • Prior experience mentoring or leading security teams
  • Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Skills

  • The Senior ISSO provides leadership and oversight for system security compliance, authorization, and continuous monitoring activities.
  • This is a proposal-based position; employment is contingent upon contract award and funding availability.
  • Ensure full system boundary definition and accurate inventory of all technologies
  • Ensure proper system lifecycle management, including decommissioning strategies
  • Establish and enforce consistent continuous monitoring processes
  • Advise stakeholders on cybersecurity risks, compliance posture, and remediation strategies
  • Mentor Junior and Mid-level ISSOs
  • Interface with ISSMs, AO representatives, and auditors
  • Minimum 8+ years of ISSO or ISS Engineer experience in a cleared environment
  • Minimum 8+ years of cybersecurity or related technical experience
  • DoD 8570/IAT Level II certification or equivalent (CCNA Security, CyA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ or SSCP)
  • Advanced experience with security tools such as:

Compensation

  • At AIS, we are committed to offering competitive and fair compensation that reflects the skills, experience, and contributions of each team member.The targeted base salary range for this role is $120,000-$181,000 per year.

Company info

  • When you join AIS, you're joining a mission-driven team that's passionate about making a difference.
  • You'll work on projects that matter, alongside industry-leading experts, in an environment that fosters innovation, driving client success, and empowering our team to make a lasting impact.
  • As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, inclusivity, continuous growth, and shared success.
  • Your contributions directly impact the company's success, and you share in its achievements.
  • A workplace where diversity is celebrated, and everyone's voice is valued.
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