Information Systems Security Officer II

Aptive Resources

Aptive federal consulting ISSO overseeing cybersecurity compliance and ATO authorization for ICE health IT systems. Supporting risk management, continuous monitoring, and security governance.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity risk management, compliance with federal frameworks, and the establishment of Authority to Operate (ATO) for multiple systems. Proficient in documentation, coordination, and communication of security concepts to diverse audiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cybersecurity Risk ManagementAuthority To Operate (ATO) ProcessesNIST ComplianceFederal IT Security ProgramsCISSP or CISM Certification

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Hard Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)System Security Planning (SSP)Vulnerability ManagementContinuous MonitoringIncident Response CoordinationSecurity DocumentationControl ImplementationAudit Artifact MaintenanceSecurity GuidanceMitigation Strategies

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDocumentation SkillsCoordination Skills

Tools & Technologies

Continuous Monitoring ToolsPOA&M Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISM

Industry Keywords

FISMADHS Security PoliciesICE Cybersecurity Contract Language CatalogFederal Cybersecurity FrameworksDHS/ICE Fitness Determination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance support for the ICE Health Service Corps Health Information Technology Unit
Lead the establishment of Authority to Operate (ATO) for four or more systems
Support cybersecurity risk management activities, including system security planning and control implementation coordination
Support ATO processes for multiple systems, including documentation, coordination, and tracking
Support continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and remediation tracking
Provide security guidance and validation during system design and enhancement activities
Collaborate with system owners, project managers, and technical teams to address security requirements
Support incident response coordination and security reporting
Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and DHS security policies
Maintain security documentation, risk registers, and audit artifacts
Advise leadership on cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies
Perform cybersecurity activities in an advisory, compliance-monitoring, and validation capacity; do not perform system configuration, implementation, or operational control functions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience supporting federal cybersecurity or IT security programs
Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements
Experience supporting government IT security programs
Strong understanding of risk management and system authorization (ATO) processes
Ability to communicate security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Strong documentation and coordination skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE fitness determination (public trust)
Must execute a DHS Non-Disclosure Agreement
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Relevant industry-recognized certification such as CISSP or CISM preferred
Experience supporting DHS, ICE, or other federal IT security programs desired
Experience leading or supporting ATO efforts for multiple systems concurrently desired
Familiarity with NIST RMF, FISMA, DHS/ICE cybersecurity policy, and the ICE Cybersecurity Contract Language Catalog desired
Experience with POA&M management, SSP development, and continuous monitoring tools desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply