Information System Security Officer

About the role

We are seeking a motivated, practical, and mission-focused Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a commercial-style manufacturing operation performing work funded through the Department of Energy. This position operates in the nuclear sector and supports cutting-edge technology development and advanced manufacturing technology deployment. The work environment is both exciting and demanding, involving innovation, engineering, and operational execution where cybersecurity must enable progress rather than slow it down.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure cybersecurity practices are implemented in a practical, solution-oriented manner within a fast-moving commercial manufacturing environment.
• Work directly with engineers, system administrators, and operational leadership to interpret cybersecurity standards and translate them into workable operational solutions.
• Oversee Risk Management Framework activities including maintaining system security documentation, supporting control implementation, assisting with vulnerability management, and helping maintain continuous monitoring programs.
• Ensure systems supporting advanced manufacturing and technology deployment remain compliant with required cybersecurity standards while enabling the mission to continue moving forward.

Requirements

• This position requires U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Candidates who currently hold an active clearance are strongly preferred. Individuals who are eligible and capable of obtaining a clearance will also be considered.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or information security compliance activities in regulated, federal, or contractor environments.
• Demonstrated familiarity with NIST Special Publication 800-53 security and privacy controls.
• Familiarity with NIST Special Publication 800-82 and cybersecurity considerations for industrial control systems or operational technology environments.
• Experience supporting components of the Risk Management Framework including system security documentation, control implementation, assessment support, or continuous monitoring.
• Experience assisting with maintaining system security plans, vulnerability management tracking, security documentation, and compliance reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, system administrators, manufacturing teams, and program leadership in a fast-moving operational environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to translate cybersecurity requirements into practical operational guidance.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Energy programs or federally funded technical work.
• Active security clearance.
• Experience working in environments involving advanced manufacturing, operational technology, or industrial control systems.
• Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or similar credentials.
• Experience supporting security programs within engineering-driven or technology deployment environments.

Skills

The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative and pragmatic mindset and be comfortable working in an engineering-driven environment where cybersecurity must align with operational execution. Strong communication skills and the ability to translate security requirements into practical guidance for technical teams are essential.

Benefits

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Pay

All full-time employees are considered benefit eligible for company benefit programs and 401-K upon date of hire.