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Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Ashburn Consulting
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2026

Company Description

Ashburn Consulting, a Small Business based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, specializes in providing network and network security solutions in complex environments to a select set of government and business clients. The company, an established leader in its field, is composed of an elite team of engineers and business consultants, each of whom is recognized —and highly regarded—within the network and security communities.

Job Description

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) 

  • The Contractor shall identify the ISSO positions, as key personnel, to be the Designated Person(s) assigned to one or more existing FISMA Systems of Record as well as new IT Systems that are slated as new work products to develop an Authority to Operate (ATO) and follow-on Continuous Monitored system.
  • As a Designated ISSO, they will sign a DHS sponsored Letter that lays out the roles and responsibilities of the ISSO function to maintain daily compliance requirements.
  • The ISSO will report to the government Program Manager, government Technical POC / Task Manager.
  • The Contractor shall also keep the designated government Information System Security Manager (ISSM), and COR informed. 
  • Due to the importance of keeping system(s) updated to meet FISMA guidelines, while supporting DHS/CISA directives around limiting vulnerabilities, the ISSO role is of upmost importance throughout its lifecycle. 

Qualifications

  • Candidates MUST have be eligible for a federal security clearance.

  • Certifications, such as Network and Security , CISSP and Security auditing are required. 

  • Proficient in network and information system security principles and best practices.   

  • In-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), the NIST publications, and the DHS 4300A Policy Directive.   

  • Experience with implementing the NIST 800-53 Security Controls in an Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.   

  • Experience reviewing Nessus scans, managing vulnerability mitigation and the information security process in an Enterprise environment.   

  • Basic understanding of Enterprise networking concepts.   

  • Ability to work well within a team environment and build reports with government and customer organizations.   

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status

Ashburn Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request and accommodation in order to apply for a position with Ashburn Consulting, please e-mail [email protected].”

 

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