# Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

> Saalex · Camarillo, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-06

**Salary:** USD 145,000–180,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** OTA -GM

## Description

**Saalex** is seeking a **Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Camarillo/Naval Air Station Point Mugu, CA** to support cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Certification & Accreditation (C&A) activities. The selected candidate will serve as a key cybersecurity resource responsible for supporting system authorization efforts, maintaining security compliance, implementing information assurance policies, and ensuring systems maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) status. This position requires a strong understanding of RMF, cybersecurity compliance, system accreditation, and DoD information assurance requirements.

**Position Type:** Full-Time

**Salary:** $145k - $180k annually (depending on experience)

**Work Location:** Onsite – NAS Point Mugu, CA

**Essential Functions:**

-   Serve as the Sr. Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supporting Certification & Accreditation (C&A) activities for multiple systems and programs.
-   Prepare, maintain, submit, and update RMF and accreditation documentation required to achieve and maintain system authorization.
-   Support Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts and continuous monitoring activities throughout the system lifecycle.
-   Ensure implementation of security policies, procedures, and controls established by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
-   Maintain knowledge of current information assurance, cybersecurity, and RMF requirements, policies, directives, and emerging technologies.
-   Assess information systems and operating environments to ensure compliance with applicable security requirements.
-   Support security control implementation, assessment, remediation, and documentation activities.
-   Assist with the development and maintenance of system security documentation, policies, procedures, and compliance artifacts.
-   Conduct management studies and evaluations focused on cybersecurity compliance and procedural effectiveness.
-   Develop division-level policies and procedures to ensure compliance with DoD and organizational cybersecurity requirements.
-   Coordinate required cybersecurity activities, milestones, reviews, and compliance efforts to ensure timely execution.
-   Provide cybersecurity guidance and recommendations to technical staff, management, and government stakeholders.
-   Deliver security awareness and cybersecurity-related training to assigned personnel.
-   Review technical documentation, contracts, reports, and program deliverables for security and compliance requirements.
-   Support configuration management processes and ensure documentation complies with applicable organizational standards.
-   Perform technical research and complex information gathering activities in support of cybersecurity initiatives.
-   Attend conferences, training sessions, and professional development activities to maintain technical proficiency.
-   Other duties as assigned or required.

## Requirements

**Required:**

-   Minimum of **10 years of relevant cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, or Certification & Accreditation experience**.
-   Must hold one of the following certifications:

-   CISSP
-   CASP+
-   CompTIA Security+
-   CEH
-   Equivalent DoD 8140/8570-compliant Information Assurance certification

-   Strong knowledge of the **NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)** and system authorization lifecycle.
-   Experience implementing, assessing, and maintaining security controls in accordance with federal and DoD requirements.
-   Working knowledge of security control baselines, system security documentation, and continuous monitoring requirements.
-   Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts and system accreditation activities.
-   Knowledge of information systems technologies, including networks, operating systems, processing platforms, and enterprise environments.
-   Experience supporting Windows, UNIX/Linux, and other operating system environments.

**Desired:**

-   Experience developing RMF accreditation packages and authorization documentation.
-   Experience supporting Navy, NAVAIR, or other DoD cybersecurity programs.
-   Experience serving as an ISSO, ISSM, Information Assurance Manager (IAM), or Information Assurance Officer (IAO).
-   Experience supporting cybersecurity inspections, audits, and security assessments.
-   Familiarity with eMASS and DoD cybersecurity compliance tools.
-   Experience developing cybersecurity policies, procedures, and training materials.

**Education:**

High School Diploma or GED required. Additional technical education or cybersecurity-related coursework preferred.

**Security Clearance:**

Active Top Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) access. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

## 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
-   Stock Option Plan

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