Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) – Mid/Senior Level
Core
Oversee security authorization activities and ensure systems meet federal cybersecurity requirements for federal programs.
Role type
Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Builds
Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and secure federal information systems
Domain
Federal government / Cybersecurity
Required skills
Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP, Security Impact Analysis (SIA), ATO lifecycle management, security control assessment, remediation strategy development
Preferred skills
Complex environment management, security best practices advisory
Technologies
NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP, RMF
Responsibilities
Lead preparation and maintenance of ATO documentation including SSPs, POA&Ms, and SARs; Guide information systems through the complete ATO lifecycle and continuous authorization processes; Conduct SIAs for system changes and develop remediation strategies; Perform security self-assessments and periodic compliance reviews; Coordinate contingency and incident response activities.
