Information Security Systems Officer

TSTC • Springfield, VA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

TSTC is seeking a contingent hire for a full-time Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support a new contract at Customs & Border Patrol (CBP). The ISSO will be responsible for creating, revising, documenting, and maintaining the overall security related policies, procedures, laws, and regulations with the team. They will also be responsible for creating, documenting, and implementing various security plans and compliance documents to enforce Information Assurance principles. The ISSO will assist with the assessment, development, and implementation of programs and controls designed to preserve the integrity and security of sensitive data and information stored and processed by various network systems. Additionally, the ISSO will review client/department information security systems and recommend improvements and solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience as an ISSO supporting major federal information systems/applications.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project for planning, tracking, and reporting security tasks and remediation activities.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Project Managers and Product Owners to deconflict, scope, plan, and execute continuous monitoring and security efforts.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate and drive security plan changes and improvements to maintain NIST compliance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, assess risks, and prioritize security tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey deadlines, risks, and remediation strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge with auditing security controls.
• Superior writing, communication, and critical analysis skills.
• Skilled in MS office suite.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Creating, revising, documenting, and maintaining the overall security related policies, procedures, laws, and regulations with the team.
• Creating, documenting, and implementing various security plans and compliance documents to enforce Information Assurance principles with the team.
• Assisting with assessment, development and implementation of programs and controls set in place to preserve the integrity and security of sensitive data and information stored and processed by various network systems.
• Reviewing client/department information security systems and recommending improvements/solutions.
• Planning, tracking, and reporting security tasks and remediation activities using Microsoft Project.
• Working cross-functionally with Project Managers and Product Owners to deconflict, scope, plan, and execute continuous monitoring and security efforts.
• Effectively communicating and driving security plan changes and improvements to maintain NIST compliance.
• Identifying patterns, assessing risks, and prioritizing security tasks.
• Conveying deadlines, risks, and remediation strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Auditing security controls.
• Completing tasks independently and proactively.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Includes personal and team merit bonuses, with salary matching for 401(k) up to 3%.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options.
• 100% TSTC-paid life and disability insurance, including short- and long-term plans.
• Flexible Work Options – Remote work allowed, flexible schedules, and telework opportunities. (varies per position)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays – Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional Development – Continuous performance evaluation process… Dedicated annual budget for educational opportunities.
• Comprehensive Wellness Programs - confidential employee assistance program (EAP).
• Wellness Resource Group and wellness programs throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level