Information Systems Security Officer

Job Summary

The Information Systems Security Officer role is centered on strengthening cybersecurity compliance and operational security across enterprise and defense-focused environments. You will help manage risk, maintain documentation, support authorization efforts, and contribute to ongoing audit readiness and incident response preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with cybersecurity compliance and security operations for enterprise and defense systems.
• Carry out and sustain Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
• Develop, update, and track System Security Plans (SSPs) as well as Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authority to Connect (ATC) processes.
• Perform vulnerability assessments using platforms such as Nessus and ACAS.
• Validate adherence to NIST 800-53 control requirements.
• Review Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) findings and drive remediation efforts.
• Help prepare for security audits and participate in incident response support.
• Use security and compliance tools including eMASS, ACAS, Splunk, and Tenable Nessus for risk evaluation and tracking.
• Maintain continuous audit readiness and contribute to certification and accreditation activities.

Required Certifications

Preferred or required certifications for this role include Security+, CISSP, CISM, CAP, CASP+, or CEH.

Additional Information

This position is based onsite in Fort Worth, TX and is offered on a contract basis. No stipend or salary amount was provided.