Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at Avint

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Feb, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

29 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, System Authorization, Compliance, Cloud Environments, On-Premises Environments, Risk Management Framework, Linux Operating Systems, Nessus, OpenSCAP, FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, DoD 8570 Certification, Systems Administration, Software Development

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

Avint, LLC is seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, hands-on experience securing complex systems, and a strong understanding of U.S. Government cybersecurity standards. This role requires a cybersecurity professional who can confidently lead system authorization activities, oversee compliance efforts, and ensure the security and integrity of both cloud and on-premises environments. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an active Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility, hold a DoD 8570 certification (such as CISSP or Security+), and be comfortable working on-site in Washington, D.C. or across the DC Metro area five days per week. This position also requires the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%. Position Requirements: U.S. citizenship Active U.S. DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility Active DoD 8570 certification (e.g. CISSP, Security+) Be on site in Washington, DC or customer location in the DC Metropolitan area 5 days per week Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time Background in systems administration, software development, systems engineering, and/or deep familiarity with Linux operating systems Experience with risk management framework (RMF) software systems (eMASS, Xacta, etc) Experience with information system scanning utilities (Nessus, OpenSCAP, etc) Experience with cloud and on premises environments Experience assessing and authorizing IT systems against U.S. Government standards such as FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST SP 800-53 Joining Avint is a win-win proposition! You will feel the personal touch of a small business and receive BIG business benefits. From competitive salaries, full health, and generous time off and Federal Holidays. Additionally, we encourage every Avint employee to further their professional development. To assist you in achieving your goals, we offer reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition. Interested in a class, conference, program, or degree? Avint will invest in YOU and your professional development! Salary range $110,000 to $115,000

Responsibilities

The ISSO will lead system authorization activities and oversee compliance efforts to ensure the security and integrity of systems. This role requires deep technical expertise in securing complex systems and understanding U.S. Government cybersecurity standards.