# Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

> KIHOMAC · Ogden, United States · — · Posted 2026-05-28

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** DSG - Defense Services Group

## Description

### **Expertise and Functions**

-   Ensure all systems and applications meet DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements as directed by the Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
-   Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data by developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and security tools.

-   Support all Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization and accreditation activities, including configuration, artifact creation, documentation, and compliance reviews.
-   Assist the ISSM in performing risk and vulnerability assessments on planned and operational information systems, identifying security gaps and recommending mitigation actions.
-   Conduct security evaluations, audits, and reviews; support development of system contingency and disaster recovery plans; and promote user compliance with cybersecurity policies and training requirements.

-   Participate in system and network design efforts to ensure appropriate security controls and RMF activities are incorporated from the start.
-   Collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence related to cybersecurity incidents or policy violations
-   Maintain the operational security posture of assigned IT systems, monitor situational awareness, and implement actions to improve or restore cybersecurity resilience.
-   Enforce Air Force cybersecurity policies, procedures, configuration guidelines (e.g., STIGs/SRGs), and change management processes.
-   Maintain and audit authorized user access documentation and ensure users meet clearance, need‑to‑know, and annual training requirements.
-   Report security incidents or vulnerabilities to the ISSM and support implementation of corrective or protective measures.
-   Initiate and track exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirements as needed.
-   Other duties as assigned

## Requirements

-   **Education/Training:** 

-   Bachelor’s Degree preferred

-   IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, CCNA-Security, Certified Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent certification

-   Must maintain required cybersecurity certifications in accordance with AFMAN 17‑1303.   

### **Experience:**  

-   3+ years of experience in a related field in a DoD environment

-   Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and cybersecurity compliance

-   Experience using eMASS for authorization packages, artifact management, and accreditation support

-   Vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation analysis

-   STIG/SRG implementation and configuration management
-   Security audits, assessments, and incident response support

-   Information system security and operational security posture management

-   Secure system and network design support in DoD environments

-   Ability to develop innovative approaches to complex test problems

-   Strong attention to quality, adequacy, and completeness of test results and conclusions

-   Ability to deliver thorough, timely, and efficient task execution

-   Ability to provide clear analysis and recommendations to program test leadership 

### **Security:**

-   Must be a US citizen

-   Must have an active Secret clearance

### **Physical Requirements**

-   Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
-   Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
-   Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
-   Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development
-   Wellness Resources

**Salary:** 

The projected salary range for this position is $89,000 - $105,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.

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