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Information Systems Security Officer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Jessup, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
9 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoDs most complex technical challenges. Every day ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success.
ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits packageincluding a $10k annual training and education benefit a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one annual health and technology allowances and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at Information Systems Security Officer will be responsible for maintaining the security posture of information systems by evaluating security solutions managing configuration and ensuring compliance with policies for classified information.
You Will Excel in the Role if You Are:
- A detail-oriented security professional who takes ownership of maintaining and improving the operational security posture of complex information systems
- A clear communicator who can propose coordinate and enforce security policies across teams and programs
- Comfortable serving as an Approval Authority and making sound independent security decisions
- Collaborative by nature supporting ISSMs and senior ISSOs while also contributing individually to team goals
- Someone who models integrity and accountability in all aspects of their work consistent with core values of Honesty Integrity Loyalty Fairness Respect Responsibility and Accountability
A Day in the Life Consists of:
- Planning and coordinating IT security programs and policies across assigned information systems
- Managing and controlling system changes and assessing their security impact
- Supporting the certification and accreditation (C&A) process in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies
- Maintaining operational security posture and performing day-to-day security operations
- Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information
- Administering user identification and authentication mechanisms for assigned Information Systems (IS)
- Maintaining records on workstations servers routers firewalls intelligent hubs network switches and other infrastructure including system upgrades
- Providing configuration management (CM) for security-relevant software hardware and firmware
- Supporting senior ISSOs with implementing and enforcing information systems security policies standards and methodologies
- Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of security documentation
Must Haves:
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited university
- Minimum of 10 years of experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity
- Experience in at least one of the following: knowledge of current security tools hardware/software security implementation communication protocols or encryption techniques/tools
- DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Systems Technical (IAT) Level 1 or higher
- Knowledge of basic networking fundamentals
- Experience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171
- Active or current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance OR the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Access
- Experience with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements implementation or compliance programs
Nice to Have:
- Experience supporting multiple programs or enclaves simultaneously
- Familiarity with ODNI-specific C&A documentation requirements
- Prior experience serving as an Approval Authority for classified information systems
- Advanced DoD 8570 certifications (IAT Level II or III or IASAE)
- Experience with cloud security or hybrid environment security operations
ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people promoting from within and fostering long-term career growth across the organization.
Our Core ValuesHonesty Integrity Loyalty Fairness Respect Responsibility and Accountabilityguide everything we do. These principles shape our culture inform our decisions and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners.
If this position is not the right fit we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at emailprotected. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
ClearEdge is a mission-driven technology thought leader grown out of the Intelligence Community that provides software engineering, big data, cloud, data analytics, and data science solutions and services. As a small business, we are personally committed to responding to our customers ... View more
