Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Location Colorado Springs, CO

**Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO):**

My client is seeking a ISSO for a long-term position located on Peterson AFB in Colorado Springs, CO. This position is a 6 months contract to hire with the client, it can be composed as a 1099 or W-2 based contract. My client is looking for someone with an active Top Secret clearance with and active SCI or SCI eligibility. This individual must also possess and active SEC+. Please contact me at for more information.

An individual responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the Information Systems Officer (ISO). The ISSO should have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system. In close coordination with the ISO, the ISSO plays an active role in monitoring a system and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the SSP, managing and controlling changes to the system, and assessing the security impact of those changes.

Responsibilities of the ISSO include, but are not limited to:

* Ensuring physical and environmental protection measures are coordinated with appropriate security officials;

* Ensuring systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures as outlined in the security authorization artifacts;

* Attending required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties;

* Ensuring all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and are provided security awareness training before granting access to the IS;

* Reporting all security-related incidents to the ISSM;

* Conducting periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization artifacts;

* Coordinating any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change;

* Formally notifying the ISSM and AO/DAO when changes occur that might affect system authorization;

* Working collaboratively with the ISO, ISSE, and ISSM on the risk assessment process;

* Monitoring system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly;

* Ensuring all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals; and

* Ensuring audit records are collected and reviewed

If you are interested in learning more about this role please email a resume to , or schedule a time to speak with me directly in my calendar using the link here: . I look forward to speaking with you further!