Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Huntsville AL - Remote

A Day in the Life of an Information System Security Officer:

As an Information System Security Officer, you will be expected to manage and oversee the cybersecurity risk management lifecycle of mission-critical, life-safety information systems across the DoD environment.

Daily tasks are expected to include:

• Ensure that systems comply with DoD 8500-series directives, NIST SP 800-53 controls, and other applicable federal security requirements.


• Monitor and enforce compliance with established security methodologies across all phases of system operations.


• Create and maintain comprehensive policies and procedures that detail security controls and system boundaries.


• Identify, document, and manage system vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies in POA&Ms.


• Act as a liaison be...