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-timeBeaufort • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,800 - $161,500 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.
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.

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.
Certifications: 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 complianceregulatory requirementsoperational security posture

Soft Skills

technical advisoryoperational readinesseffectiveness

Certifications

DoD 8140/8570.01-M baseline certificationIAM Level IISecurityX CECySA+CISSPCISM