Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Be Challenged and Make a Difference 

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. 

Description of Task to be Performed:

Come join our growing team and make a difference every day! AnaVation is seeking an experienced Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a mission-critical cybersecurity. This senior-level role is ideal for candidates with expert knowledge of RMF and NIST frameworks who are ready to lead complex ATO efforts, manage high-value systems, and mentor junior security staff. The selected candidate will play a key role in safeguarding cloud-based, high-impact, and classified systems across the federal enterprise.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the maintenance of security documentation and support system ATO and ATT efforts.

• Conduct security control assessments and provide recommendations for remediation.

• Perform biweekly audit log and vulnerability scan reviews and track POA&M items.

• Collaborate with system owners and technical teams to manage risk and respond to incident.

• Support Ongoing Authorization (OA) and continuous monitoring activities.

• Prepare and brief senior leadership on system security posture and compliance metric.

• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity policies and NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, and 800-137.

This position is full-time onsite with our customer in a Metro-accessible location in Washington, DC.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, aminimum of six (6) years of hands-on relevant experience is required.
• Experience: 6 years Required Skills/Certs:
• Minimum of six (6) years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity and expert knowledge of Governance Risk and Compliance, with at least three (3) years supporting and maintaining system authorizations for complex systems (e.g., cloud, mission-critical, high-impact, or High Value Asset systems).
• Demonstrated expertise in the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and related federal cybersecurity policies.
• Extensive experience managing ATO/ATT processes, security control assessments, POA&M lifecycle, vulnerability management, and audit response.
• Strong leadership experience mentoring junior and mid-level ISSOs and interfacing with senior government leadership.
• Must possess at least two of the following active certifications:
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
• Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Security+
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Proficiency in tools such as JCAM, Tenable Nessus, BigFix and Splunk.
• Ability to develop, review, and present high-level security documentation and briefings.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), supply chain risk management, and incident response procedures.
• Proficient knowledge in network defense.
• Required Clearance:
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; Secret clearance strongly preferred.

Benefits 

·        Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 

·        100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 

·        100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance 

·        100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 

·        401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting 

·        Competitive Pay 

·        Generous paid leave and holiday package 

·        Tuition and training reimbursement 

·        Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation 

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! 

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.