Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - DoD

INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). INNOVIM supports the development, implementation, sustainment, and operations of enclaves and systems that manage missile defense training, events, analysis, and operations.

Location: Huntsville, AL
Position Closes: 7/16/25
Relocation Assistance: NONE

The candidate will:

• Contribute to the development and deployment of program information security for assigned systems to meet the program and enterprise requirements, policies, standards, guidelines and procedures
• Implement Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under the Risk Management Framework (RMF), as well as product development and product maintenance for assigned systems
• Perform security compliance continuous monitoring (CONMON)
• Participate in security assessments and audits
• Prepare and presents technical reports and briefings
• Contribute to the identification of root causes, the prioritization of threats, and recommend/ implement corrective action
• Provide mentoring and technical leadership within the information security program team
• Explore the enterprise and industry for the evolving state of industry knowledge and methods regarding information security best practices
• Support development of enterprise-wide information security policies, standards, guidelines and procedures that may reach across multiple stakeholder organizations

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to effectively communicate with customers and other team members, both orally and in writing
• Have strong Organizational and multitasking abilities
• Have measurable leadership experience

Basic Requirements:

• Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: HS Diploma (or GED) and 8 years of general experience; Associate’s degree and 6 years of general experience; Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of general experience; Master’s degree and 2 years of general experience
• Must have 6 years of directly related experience in an engineering field
• Must have 1 year of experience in management or leadership role
• Must have direct experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework
• Must have experience with eMASS
• Must have experience in utilizing security relevant tools, systems, and applications in support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) such as: NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, Audit Reduction, and HBSS
• Must have 1 year direct experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)
• Must be able to maintain a restricted badge and work on site 5 days per week
• Must have a current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+ CE Certification)
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Have experience in assessing and documenting test or analysis data to show cyber security compliance
• Have experience working within the National Industrial Security Procedures and Operations Manual (NISPOM)
• Be familiar with Isolated Network security best practices
• Have a current CISSP certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification
• Be proficient in Authorization to Operate (ATO) under the Joint (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG)

This position is expected to pay $130,000 - $148,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.