Information Technology Security Specialist

Job ID 2615280 Location Oklahoma City, OK, US Date Posted 2026-08-04 Category Information Technology Subcategory IT Security Administrator Schedule Full-Time Shift Day Job Travel No Minimum Clearance Required None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC has an immediate opening for a highly motivated Information System Security Officer (ISSO), classified as the IT Security Specialist, Level I level, supporting the security and compliance of information systems under a government contract. Under close direction of a manager, team leader, or more experienced specialist, the incumbent will apply basic technical knowledge in the performance of system certifications/accreditations and information security-related tasks. The ideal candidate has experience with NIST and RMF frameworks, security compliance, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability management. Key Responsibilities Apply basic technical knowledge in support of system certifications, accreditations, and information security tasks under close supervision of senior staffAssist in developing, documenting, reviewing, and maintaining RMF security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Contingency Plans (ISCPs), Incident Response Plans (IRPs), Business Impact Analyses (BIAs), System Characterization Documents (SCDs), Configuration Management Plans (CMPs), Privacy Impact Analyses (PIAs), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), Account Management Plans (AMPs), and Security Impact Analyses (SIAs)Create, track, and maintain POA&Ms for multiple information systems; work with stakeholders and ISSMs to ensure accurate documentation, remediation, and communication throughout the POA&M lifecycleAssist in conducting risk analysis of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities and threats; recommend mitigation actionsAssist in conducting vulnerability scanning of information systems; compile compliance reports based on scan findings; validate scan accuracy and identify false positive resultsAssist in the development of security contingency plans, disaster recovery procedures, and delivery of incident response trainingGather artifacts and support Continuous Monitoring Assessments, Security Assessments, and internal/external security auditsProvide cybersecurity guidance to project teams and stakeholders through system development, configuration, and maintenancePrepare and present status reports on findings, POA&M progress, and RMF activities to management and stakeholders Qualifications Required Experience Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline 4 years of experience may replace a completed bachelors degreeCandidates must obtain a Public Trust Clearance prior to start date.Minimum of three (3) years of combined IT experience, including at least one of the followinga. Installing, maintaining, or managing IT network devices, physical/virtual servers, or operating system/database platforms (e.g., Linux, Windows, UNIX, Solaris, Oracle, SQL, MySQL); b. Supporting information systems as an Information Security or Cybersecurity professionals The following competencies are considered critical to successful day-to-day performance in this role. Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-30, 800-37, 800-40, and 800-53, and/or other RMF frameworksFamiliarity with common vulnerability scoring systems (e.g., CVSS) and vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys)Ability to differentiate between software flaws and misconfiguration issuesStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teamsStrong attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills The following credentials and experience are not required but will strengthen a candidate's application and contribute to immediate productivity in the role One or more certifications Security+, SSCP, CAP/CGRC, CISA, CISSP, or GSECExperience with RMF system lifecycle documentation and implementationExperience with cybersecurity or information system tracking toolsKnowledge of configuration management and change control processesProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite