ISSO, Journeyman

About the role

This role supports the protection, accreditation, and ongoing security posture of Air Force information systems. The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) works closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure systems meet all DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements, align with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical networks and data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments, support accreditation activities, evaluate system security controls, and help enforce policies, configurations, and user access standards.
• Monitor for vulnerabilities, assist with incident response actions, maintain compliance artifacts, and support secure system design efforts.
• Ensure all systems and applications meet DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements as directed by the ISSM.
• Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data by developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and security tools.
• Support all Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization and accreditation activities, including configuration, artifact creation, documentation, and compliance reviews.
• Affirmatively perform risk and vulnerability assessments on planned and operational information systems, identify security gaps, and recommend mitigation actions.
• Conduct security evaluations, audits, and reviews; support development of system contingency and disaster recovery plans; and promote user compliance with cybersecurity policies and training requirements.
• Participate in system and network design efforts to ensure appropriate security controls and RMF activities are incorporated from the start.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and preservation of digital evidence related to cybersecurity incidents or policy violations.
• Maintain the operational security posture of assigned IT systems, monitor situational awareness, and implement actions to improve or restore cybersecurity resilience.
• Enforce Air Force cybersecurity policies, procedures, configuration guidelines (e.g., STIGs/SRGs), and change management processes.
• Maintain and audit authorized user access documentation and ensure users meet clearance, need-to-know, and annual training requirements.
• Report security incidents or vulnerabilities to the ISSM and support implementation of corrective or protective measures.
• Initiate and track exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirements as needed.

Requirements

• Due to the sensitivity of the customer, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must have and be able to maintain Active Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in a related field and at least 8 years of experience discipline being performed, 3 of which must be in the DoD, OR, 7 years of directly related experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD.
• IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, CCNA-Security, Certified Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent certification).
• Maintain required cybersecurity certifications in accordance with AFMAN 17-1303.
• Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and cybersecurity compliance.
• Experience using eMASS for authorization packages, artifact management, and accreditation support.
• Vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation analysis.
• STIG/SRG implementation and configuration management.
• Security audits, assessments, and incident response support.
• Information system security and operational security posture management.
• Secure system and network design support in DoD environments.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• A commitment to cybersecurity excellence.
• The ability to collaborate across technical and leadership teams.