Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

United States·San AntonioFull Timemid

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Key Responsibilities

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSO) provides support to enterprise cybersecurity operations across multiple mission value streams and classified environments by executing RMF activities,

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In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

AnaVation is seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) who will be responsible for implementing cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and continuous monitoring activities supporting Department of Defense software factories and enterprise cloud environments. The ISSO will serve as an embedded cybersecurity professional supporting one or more mission agile teams, working directly with Government leadership, Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs), Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSEs), Cyber Operations Teams (COT), Cyber Penetration Teams (CPT), Product Owners, software developers, and DevSecOps engineers to maintain secure cloud-native capabilities while enabling rapid software delivery through Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO). This position is full-time support within classified environments in San Antonio, Texas.

Responsibilities

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→Execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities supporting system authorization, continuous monitoring, and Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO).
→Maintain RMF documentation including SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, hardware/software inventories, and security artifacts.
→Support cybersecurity assessments conducted by Security Control Assessors, penetration testing teams, and Authorizing Officials.
→Monitor system cybersecurity posture and coordinate remediation of vulnerabilities and assessment findings.
→Perform vulnerability management, STIG implementation, configuration compliance validation, and security control assessments.
→Support implementation of Zero Trust security principles, cloud security controls, Kubernetes/OpenShift security, container hardening, and DevSecOps security practices.
→Collaborate with Government leadership, ISSMs, ISSEs, software developers, cloud engineers, Cyber Operations Teams (COT), and Cyber Penetration Teams (CPT) to integrate cybersecurity into Agile software development.
→Maintain continuous monitoring documentation, audit evidence, and cybersecurity reporting.
→Evaluate cybersecurity findings and recommend corrective actions to improve system security posture.
→Assist with annual cybersecurity inspections, assessments, audits, and operational readiness activities.
→Prepare technical documentation, executive reports, and cybersecurity metrics supporting Government decision-making.
→Support cybersecurity operations across Unclassified, Secret, and SCI environments.

→Clearance: U.S. Citizen, TS/SCI cleared within last 2 years; CI Polygraph within last 5 years

→Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

→Certification: One or more of the following: Security+, CySA+, CASP+ or Equivalent DoD 8140 certification

→Location: Full-time on-site in San Antonio, TX.

→Experience and knowledge:

→Nine or more years supporting Department of Defense cybersecurity missions.

→Nine or more years supporting RMF implementation and cybersecurity compliance activities.

→Experience maintaining SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and RMF documentation.

→Experience supporting vulnerability management, STIG implementation, and continuous monitoring.

→Experience supporting Agile or SAFe software development environments.

→Experience supporting DevSecOps or enterprise cloud environments.

→Working knowledge of NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI guidance, DoD cybersecurity policy, and DISA STIGs.

→Experience using cybersecurity compliance and vulnerability management tools.

→Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

→Clearance: TS/SCI w/CI Poly

→Education: Advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Assurance, or related field.

→Certification: One or more of the following: CISSP, CAP, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).

→Experience an Knowledge:

→Ten or more years supporting Department of Defense cybersecurity missions.

→Experience supporting software factories.

→Experience supporting Kubernetes and OpenShift.

→Experience supporting Iron Bank or hardened container environments.

→Experience supporting Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO).

→Experience implementing Zero Trust security controls.

→Experience supporting enterprise DevSecOps pipelines.

→Experience supporting IL4/IL5/IL6 cloud environments.

→Experience supporting Cyber Operations Teams.

→Experience supporting Cyber Penetration Teams.

→Experience supporting multiple military services and Combatant Commands.

Benefits

→ Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
→ 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
→ 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
→ 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
→ 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
→ Competitive Pay
→ Generous paid leave and holiday package
→ Tuition and training reimbursement
→ Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.