Information Systems Security Officer, Mid

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Maintain the appropriate operational security posture for assigned Information Systems (IS) and networks in accordance with cybersecurity policies, directives, and Information Assurance (IA) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) .

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,800 - $185,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain the appropriate operational security posture for assigned Information Systems (IS) and networks in accordance with cybersecurity policies, directives, and Information Assurance (IA) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Accessibility of all IS resources, organic to the supported organization, maintain a high level of operational availability
Serve as the principle technical advisor to the Information Systems Security Managers (ISSM), Program Security Officers (PSO), and Delegated Authorizing Officials (DAO)
Perform functional duties, as the alternate ISSM, to maximize operational readiness and effectiveness
Provide expertise, to maintain the Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Connect (ATC) for assigned IS, ensuring Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance
Provide support to Program Management Offices (PMOs), by conducting site surveys and providing technical information, to develop RMF artifacts to support ATO/ATC and to facilitate IS deployments and successful integration
Perform IS lifecycle management to facilitate requirements engineering, procurement, integration, operational sustainment, and destruction
Provide the organization, subject matter expertise to prepare for cybersecurity, physical and personnel security assessments from senior management
Perform cybersecurity assessments for IS, within your area of responsibility, on a regular and consistent basis to identify potential vulnerabilities, evaluate the effectiveness of existing security controls, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations
Develop supporting documentation, such as Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and inspection reports, to coordinate events, capture discrepancies, and document remediation strategy for supported organizations
Develop and integrate policy and procedures to reinforce Access Controls (AC) for identified vulnerabilities
Participate in professional engagements with supporting and supported organizations, for successful collaboration, and to ensure assigned projects deliver desired results
Develop and maintain IS documentation to capture changes to the system, its operating environment, and to advice the Configuration Control Board (CCB) on ATO/ATC conflicts
Conduct cybersecurity audits and maintain audit record management, ensuring audit records are collected, reviewed, documented, and archived
Complete necessary, initial/annual, training to establish and maintain access to supported systems and networks

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of information systems management and cybersecurity experience
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
Proficient in firewall administration, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, and data encryption
In-depth knowledge of information security principles and practices, including NIST SP 800-53 controls, DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), and DoD Instruction 8510.01
Experience with cybersecurity RMF compliance and regulatory requirements
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong communication skills, adept at briefing executives and program IPT level leadership
Self-starter, strong work ethic, and willingness to be a contributing IPT member
Must possess an active DoD 8140/8570.01-M baseline certification at IAM Level II or higher (e.g., SecurityX CE, CySA+, CISSP, or CISM). Candidates without IAM Level II on day one may be considered if they currently meet IAT Level II and can obtain an IAM Level II certification within an agreed-upon timeframe.

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

firewall administrationintrusion detection systemsanti-virus softwaredata encryptioninformation security principlesNIST SP 800-53 controlsDoD Risk Management Frameworkcybersecurity assessmentsIS lifecycle managementAccess Controls

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsdecision-making skillscommunication skillsself-starterstrong work ethiccollaborationbriefing executivescontributing team member

Certifications

active TS clearance with SCI eligibilityDoD 8140/8570.01-M baseline certification at IAM Level IISecurityX CECySA+CISSPCISM