Information Systems Security Officer - ISSO

Job ID: 2617217
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-09-24
Category: Cyber
Subcategory: Cyber GRC
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC has an immediate opening for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support a highly dynamic and growing program. You will be a part of a large multi-year contract that supports our customer in systems engineering and integration across a broad portfolio of projects. You will come into a program that enjoys a close working relationship with the customer, bringing exquisite technical expertise to bear on real world problems, helping the customer execute real world missions that impact National Security on a daily basis. This close relationship, along with the program's longevity (20 years), ensures that as a new team member you will find a depth of support to grow and develop that is unmatched, all while making a difference - daily.
We need a highly motivated and experienced ISSO to support our cybersecurity initiatives and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our information systems. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining the security posture of our organization's IT infrastructure and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards. The ISSO will work closely with the government client in establishing, certifying, and maintaining classified networks in support of the customer's intelligence enterprise.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls in accordance with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate security risks
• Manage Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities in accordance with NIST and customer policies and procedures
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and incidents to identify potential threats and respond appropriately
• Enforce security controls and manage the deployment of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection software
• Lead incident response efforts and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve security incidents
• Prepare and maintain security documentation, including system security plans (SSPs), risk assessments, and security assessment reports (SARs)
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Provide security training and awareness programs for staff to promote a culture of security within the organization
• Collaborate with IT and business units to implement security measures and ensure secure systems development and deployment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; experience can be substituted for the Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years as an Information Systems Security Officer or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
• Hands-on experience with security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection
• Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent are highly preferred
• Knowledge of NIST and DoD policies and procedures
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

Desired:

• Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent are highly preferred
• Qualified at the IAM Level II for the DoD Information Assurance Workforce
• CompTIA Security+ or higher

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .