Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance

Summary

The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) conducts research, development, acquisition, and test & evaluation of Naval air-to-air, air-to-ground and surface launched weapon systems; conducts weapons systems integration, and weapons, mission, and life-cycle cost analysis; and provides weapons and armament life-cycle services in support of the operating forces, Department of Defense (DoD), and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of eMASS package management, providing governance and quality assurance for compliance documentation.
• Lead the review and interpretation of Nessus scan results, prioritizing vulnerabilities and driving remediation strategies across teams.
• Direct the management and validation of hardware/software inventories, ensuring alignment with DoD security requirements and enterprise standards.
• Ensure STIG reviews and verifications are completed thoroughly, providing oversight and guidance to junior analysts and system administrators.
• Partner with System Administrators, Network Operations, and cross-functional teams to develop, track, and enforce enterprise-wide vulnerability remediation plans.
• Provide strategic oversight for continuous monitoring efforts in support of ATOs across multiple lab environments; guide the review of logs, alerts, and security tools to proactively identify and mitigate threats.
• Leverage deep understanding of DoD cybersecurity frameworks and practices to advise leadership and stakeholders on compliance, risks, and security posture.
• Lead and support the planning, implementation, and upgrades of enterprise security measures, ensuring scalability, resilience, and compliance with corporate and government standards.
• Operate with a high degree of independence, providing mentorship and technical leadership to team members while driving mission success.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in eMASS and DoD cybersecurity requirements, ensuring organizational adherence to regulatory and operational mandates.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Required Skills
• -BS – Computer Science or other technical field or -4-6 yrs relevant work experience
• -IAM II Level Certified (e.g. Sec+; CAP; CASP+; CCISO; CISM; CISSP; GSLC; HCISPP)