Information System Security Officer

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

Learn more about ENSCO.

Position Description

ENSCO, Inc., has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The ISSO will support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) with implementing and maintaining a strong cybersecurity program for existing contracts with the US Space Force. The ISSO will play an integral role in both technical and operational aspects of information system security, contributing across the full life cycle of systems and facility security. This position requires a proactive individual capable of engaging with system developers, engineers, physical security professionals, and government stakeholders to ensure systems and secure environments are designed, built, and maintained in compliance with federal cybersecurity and national security requirements.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Partner with system engineers and developers during all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC) to integrate security controls, facilitate secure architecture design, and implement application and infrastructure hardening techniques

• Assist with the planning and implementation of secure workspaces, ensuring IS infrastructure is in compliance with ICD 705 and emanations (TEMPEST) requirements

• Support the program with guidance on the application of countermeasures and standards and applicable technical specifications in the physical and operational accreditations

• Support the ISSM in achieving authorization to operate (ATO) for assigned information systems

• Ensure assigned information systems comply with USG cybersecurity requirements

• Define, document, and maintain security artifacts for the information system

• Create and maintain applicable system security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Certificates to Field (CTF), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Review and analyze weekly system-level security audits to ensure integrity of approved baselines

• Conduct continuous monitoring activities on assigned information systems per the approved security plan

• Provide initial and recurring general and privileged user training for project team members

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a cybersecurity professional supporting classified systems authorized IAW 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DAAPM, ICD 503, and/or NIST 800-53

• DoD Approved 8570 IAM Level I or II Certification (Sec+, CASP, CISSP, CISM, etc.) or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment

• Experience with vulnerability management and audit collection tools

• Solid understanding of information system configuration management, security control testing, and maintenance

• Demonstrable experience maintaining system security artifacts in support of the RMF and A&A process

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to offer experienced guidance to executive staff, customers, and subcontractors

• Experience preparing for and participating in government security reviews and on-site validation activities

• Ability to prioritize, follow tasks through to completion, and work with minimal supervision

• An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required for which you must be a U.S. citizen

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience in USAF-sponsored contractor facilities

• Prior cybersecurity compliance experience

• Experience with eMASS and Xacta

• Experience with audit reduction tools, vulnerability scanners, DISA STIGs, SCAP Compliance Checker, and managing POA&Ms

• Demonstrated knowledge of TEMPEST principles and emanation security mitigation, ICD 503, ICD 705, and associated Technical Specifications (TS), NISPOM, DAAPM, and RMF for DoD and IC systems

Required Certifications: IAT/IAM Level II Certification
U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: Pre-Employment Drug (MSG)
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range$87,794.86—$158,112.57 USD

 

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

Privacy

Your data privacy is important to ENSCO. Please click here to view our privacy policy. California residents can click here to view your California privacy rights.

EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability