Jr Information Systems Security Officer

About the role

Continental Electronics Corporation is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with 80 years of proven performance. The Junior Information Systems Security Officer (Jr. ISSO) supports the organization's cybersecurity, information assurance, and compliance efforts for classified and unclassified information systems.

This role places strong emphasis on practical cybersecurity operations, including risk identification, vulnerability management, access control, audit readiness, incident response support, and continuous monitoring of system security posture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity programs for classified and unclassified systems
• Support compliance activities associated with NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, CMMC, and DCSA requirements
• Perform day-to-day security administration and continuous monitoring activities
• Monitor security tools, system logs, audit records, and vulnerability scan results
• Support cybersecurity threat detection and analysis by reviewing alerts, indicators of compromise, system activity, and security events for potential risks
• Assist with vulnerability management activities, including scan coordination, risk validation, remediation tracking, and verification of corrective actions
• Assist with developing, updating, and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), policies, procedures, and other cybersecurity documentation
• Support system accreditation and authorization activities, including preparation of ATO packages and supporting artifacts
• Participate in security assessments, self-inspections, customer audits, and government reviews
• Track remediation activities for identified vulnerabilities and security findings
• Coordinate with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Facility Security Officers (FSOs), system administrators, network administrators, and program teams to ensure compliance requirements are met
• Assist with incident response activities, investigations, and reporting requirements
• Maintain cybersecurity records and evidence required for audits and assessments
• Support user account reviews, access control validation, and privileged account management activities
• Promote cybersecurity hygiene across systems and users, including secure configuration, least privilege, strong authentication, patch awareness, and protection of sensitive data
• Ensure proper handling, storage, transmission, and destruction of classified and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Participate in security awareness and user training initiatives
• Stay informed of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and changes to regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Some experience in information security, cybersecurity, information assurance, system administration, or related technical fields

Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance issued by the U.S. Government throughout the course of their employment.

Certifications (Preferred): Security+, SSCP, CAP, CySA+, Network+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Associate, Microsoft Security Certifications, CompTIA or DoD 8140-aligned certifications

Pay

Pay may range from $32.00 to $36.00 hourly. The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job-related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations.

Benefits

OSI offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full-Time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time-off.