Information Security Systems Officer (ISSO) - Senior Consultant
Core
Senior Information Security Systems Officer (ISSO) acting as technical and compliance lead for federal initiatives, guiding system owners through RMF, ATO, and continuous monitoring.
Role type
Senior IC Information Security Systems Officer (ISSO)
Builds
Secure cloud architectures and compliance artifacts for federal systems
Domain
Federal Cybersecurity / Cloud Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NIST 800-53 compliance, RMF/ATO processes, Cloud architecture (AWS/Azure), Threat modeling, Vulnerability management, SIEM integration, DevSecOps guidance, Security policy interpretation
Preferred skills
CISSP, CRISC, CAP, CISA, Python/PowerShell scripting, Network security, Cryptography, Identity management, PMP, SAFe
Technologies
AWS, Azure, Splunk, Nessus, Sentinel, STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, SCAP, ACAS
Responsibilities
Lead design of secure cloud architectures; Implement and validate NIST 800-53 controls; Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments; Oversee cloud configuration baselines; Support RMF engineering activities; Mentor junior ISSEs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship