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Information Systems Security Officers (4665)

SMX
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026

Law Enforcement Agency CIO's organization is looking to provide Information Security as a Service and needs ISSO to support cybersecurity stakeholders This position is on site in Washington, DC and requires an active Top-Secret clearance.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the day-to-day implementation, oversight, continuous monitoring, and maintenance of the security configuration, practices, and procedures for each IS
  • Provide liaison support between the system owner and other IS security personnel
  • Ensure that selected security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the IS lifecycle
  •  Ensure that system security documentation is developed, maintained, reviewed, and updated on a continuous basis
  •  Conduct required IS vulnerability scans according to risk assessment parameters.
  • Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) in response to reported security vulnerabilities
  • Manage the risks to ISs and other FBI assets by coordinating appropriate correction or mitigation actions, and oversee and track the timely completion of (POAMs)
  • Coordinate system owner concurrence for correction or mitigation actions
  •  Monitor security controls for FBI ISs to maintain security Authorized To Operate (ATO)
  • Upload all security control evidence to the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) application to support security control implementation during the monitoring phase
  • Ensure that changes to an FBI IS, its environment, and/or operational needs that may affect the authorization status are reported to the system owner and IS Security Manager (ISSM)
  • Ensure the removal and retirement of ISs being decommissioned in coordination with the system owner, ISSM, and ISSR

Required Skills & Experience 

  • At least 5 years serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at a cleared facility.
  • Minimum of 7 years of work experience in a computer science or Cybersecurity related field.
  • At Hold at least one of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Global Information Security Professional (GISP), or the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) or other certifications exemplifying skill sets such as those described in DoD Instruction 8570.1 Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level II proficiency.
  • Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP Weblnspect, Network Mapper (NMAP), and/or similar applications.
  • Active Top-Secret security clearance

Desired Skills & Experience 

  •  Experience supporting a federal law enforcement agency

Application Deadline:  3-27-2026

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 The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:: $114,600 USD - $192,500 USD

 

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

Salary : $114,600 - $192,500

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