Senior Information System Security Officer - PLACEMENT

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end RMF lifecycle and the development of Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
• Manage the Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) process, including vulnerability tracking, prioritization, and remediation.
• Provide information security guidance to system development teams throughout the System Engineering Life Cycle (SELC).
• Lead security audits, accreditation efforts, compliance reviews, and readiness assessments.
• Conduct incident response, threat assessments, and investigations of security incidents.
• Perform security architecture reviews and design secure, integrated solutions.
• Ensure information assurance, including confidentiality, integrity, and availability, across all systems.
• Oversee continuous monitoring activities and ensure systems meet all mandated security requirements.
• Lead client engagements, brief senior leadership, and mentor junior team members.
• Evaluate and recommend security improvements, technologies, and processes.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 15 years of applicable experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 21 years of experience without a degree. This must include experience leading the RMF lifecycle and developing ATO packages, along with senior-level expertise in information security processes, audits, and tools.
• Skills: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Expertise in FISMA, NIST, and other federal compliance frameworks. Experience with Xacta IA Manager and/or CSAM. Must possess one of the following IAT Level III certifications: CISSP, CASP+, or an equivalent certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Authorization Professional (CAP).
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory ISSO role.
• Background in enterprise security architecture and strategy.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401K program with a company match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program, certification prep, and access to technical and leadership courses/books/seminars.
• Certification discounts and other perks to associations like CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for benefits and other resources.
• Certified Career Coach.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support federal systems throughout the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle. This role involves leading systems’ Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts and maintaining a security posture in compliance with federal standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on and leadership experience in information security for government environments.

Schedule

On-site

Pay

N/A

Company

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Contact

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