Recently postedEmployeeTechnology

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) (Journeyman) with Security Clearance

IPTAHuntsville, AL🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

This hybrid Information Systems Security Officer role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career by managing critical systems and contributing to cutting-edge technology solutions within a reputable organization. You'll thrive here if you're a self-directed professional passionate about technology and eager to continuously learn and solve complex security challenges.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior

Employment typeEmployee

Work modeHybrid

LocationHuntsville, AL, United States

Job description

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) (Journeyman) Redstone Arsenal/Huntsville, AL At IPT Associates (IPTA), we enjoy solving real-world problems with technology. We work closely with our customers, teammates, experts, and partners to come up with practical solutions that make a difference. Whether it's a government or business organization, we focus on understanding the need and building something that works. Our Team At IPTA, everything starts with our people. We're big believers that when you invest in your team, great things happen.

That's why we encourage learning, growth, and trying new things-even if you don't have all the answers yet. Our culture is rooted in fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service-but we also like to keep things collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth. We're looking for people who:

Are curious and excited about technology
Like solving problems and figuring things out
Can take initiative but also enjoy working with a team
Want to keep learning, growing, and challenging themselves If you're someone who's eager to jump in, learn something new, and make an impact-you'll fit right in here.

Job Description: Manage classified and unclassified systems through the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process, performing the steps of Risk Management Framework in accordance with NIST SP 800-37r2. Coordination with Information System Owners (ISOs) to complete system categorization, select security controls, and perform self-assessments. Utilize the (RMF) Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to create packages, upload artifacts, select security controls, and produce implementation plans.

Research, develop, implement, test, and review an organization's information security to protect information systems. Identify organization project's risks, prioritize those risks, mitigate risk, and present unmitigated risks to leadership. Research and present the information necessary to maintain security through risk mitigation. Review systems to identify potential security weaknesses, recommend improvements, implement and document changes.

Responsibilities

Produce eMASS documentation
Auditing and reporting of FISMA and NIST 800-53 compliance (cybersecurity compliance)
Prepare documentation from information obtained from customer using accepted guidelines such as RMF (Risk Management Framework)
RMF package development and review
Risk and vulnerability self-assessments and corrective actions
Provide assessment and authorization (A&A) support in the development of security and contingency plans
Continuous monitoring and reporting of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risks Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Eight (8) years of prior experience in a similar role
Strong communication and organizational skills
DoD 8570 Level II/III certification desired
Active Security Clearance required IPTA is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit-based principles to make employment related decisions. #clearance