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Information Systems Security Officer

Chantilly, VA, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 22 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $120,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Cyber Security
Information Systems
Research
Engineering Design
IC
Integrated Circuit
Internal Communications
DoD
Adobe AIR
System Security
Continuous Monitoring
Authorization
Patch Management
STIG
Operating Systems
Cloud Security
Cloud Computing
Configuration Management
Security Controls
VLAN
Encryption
Risk Management
Vulnerability Scanning
Documentation
Computer Hardware
Regulatory Compliance
Reporting
Collaboration
Network
Security Clearance
Information Security
Security+
CISM
CISSP
Vulnerability Assessment
Nessus
SCAP
Scripting
Hardening
Risk Management Framework
Critical Thinking
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Analytical Skill
Presentations
Cisco
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft
Network Protocols
Routing
Switches
Firewall
SAFE
JIRA
Confluence
Research and Development
Acquisition
Integration Testing
Satellite
SPO
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS
Cyber Security
Information Systems
Research
Engineering Design
IC
Integrated Circuit
Internal Communications
DoD
Adobe AIR
System Security
Continuous Monitoring
Authorization
Patch Management
STIG
Operating Systems
Cloud Security
Cloud Computing
Configuration Management
Security Controls
VLAN
Encryption
Risk Management
Vulnerability Scanning
Documentation
Computer Hardware
Regulatory Compliance
Reporting
Collaboration
Network
Security Clearance
Information Security
Security+
CISM
CISSP
Vulnerability Assessment
Nessus
SCAP
Scripting
Hardening
Risk Management Framework
Critical Thinking
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Analytical Skill
Presentations
Cisco
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft
Network Protocols
Routing
Switches
Firewall
SAFE
JIRA
Confluence
Research and Development
Acquisition
Integration Testing
Satellite
SPO
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS
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Summary
Job ID: 2617802
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-10-09
Category: Cyber
Subcategory: Cybersecurity Spec
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team of professionals providing technical and program services to the U.S. Government (USG). SAIC provides research, engineering, design, analysis, acquisition, development, integration, test, and operations support USG Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) customers. We support development and delivery of next generation and generation after next national security systems based on land, at sea, in air, and in space.

The ISSO sought here serves a USG Program Office leading Research & Development (R&D) of evolutionary, revolutionary, and transformational Experimental Satellite Ground solutions. This position provides Systems Engineering & Technical Advisory (SETA) support services. This position has a target salary range of $120,000 to $160,000. Your responsibilities include some or all the following:

Support systems security authorization and continuous monitoring activities for assigned systems
Support the preparation, review, and submission of security authorization packages, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and related authorization artifacts
System Patch Management: Utilize patch deployment tools and hardening guidelines to ensure security compliance of the customer's networked and cloud compute infrastructure
System Hardening: Apply and verify Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and vendor hardening guides to secure operating systems and applications
Vulnerability Scanning & Remediation: Conduct regular vulnerability scans to detect vulnerabilities and developer & implement remediation actions
Cloud Security: Experience with cloud-based patching and hardening techniques leveraging commercial cloud provider tools and best practices
Security & Configuration Management: Implement security controls (e.g. VLANs, firewall rules, and encryption) to protect network systems and data
Risk Management: Analyze vulnerability scan findings to identify risks, develop remediation plans, and track progress
Documentation: Maintain security documentation, including system baseline, hardening procedures, and all hardware software changes
Track systems risks, assessment findings, POA&M activities, and remediation status to ensure timely resolution
Facilitate recurring stakeholder meetings and provide compliance status updates, reporting, and risk summaries
Collaborate with FVEY partners to enhance security posture and best practices across a federated network

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
Must have bachelor's degree with minimum of nine (9) years of relevant work experience or seven (7) years with master's degree
Information security certification: Security+, CISM, or CISSP
Experience with vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus, ACAS, or SCAP)
Experience with scripting languages for automating patches and hardening tasks
Knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RFM)
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Interpersonal and communications skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations

Desired Qualifications:

Certifications: Cisco, AWS, or Microsoft
Knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, and firewalls
Proficient skills and experience work in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment
Proficient skills using JIRA and Confluence
Knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience in one of more of the following:
R&D of satellite ground technologies and systems
System acquisition, design, development, integration, test, and/or flight operations
Small Satellite (SmallSat) systems (single vehicles, clusters, and/or constellations)
Experience working in an NRO SPO
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2617802
Posted 1 day ago
Company Info
About SAIC
SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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