Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II

General Dynamics Information Technology•Bossier City, LA

13d•$88,400 - $119,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) is responsible for maintaining the operational security posture of information systems and works closely with the ISSM and ISO. The role requires detailed knowledge of information-system security and may include day-to-day security operations, physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. The ISSO monitors systems and their operating environments, develops and updates authorization documentation, manages configuration changes across authorization boundaries, assesses their security impact, and makes recommendations to the ISSM. The position primarily supports Department of Defense agencies and Special Access Programs (SAPs), including HQ Air Force, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Military Compartments efforts. It provides day-to-day support for Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities. The role is onsite in Bossier City, Louisiana, with 40 scheduled hours per week and 10–25% travel required. The likely salary range is $88,400–$119,600, with actual compensation dependent on experience, location, and potentially contractual requirements. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and possess a TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to attain TS/SCI with CI polygraph. SAP experience is required. A bachelor’s degree, an associate degree in a related area plus two years of experience, or equivalent experience (four years) is required. An IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification, such as Security+ CE or CCNA Security, must be obtained within six months of hire. The role requires regularly lifting up to 50 pounds. GDIT’s US employee benefits include medical plans, dental and vision plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off and holidays, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and other insurance offerings. Flexible work weeks are available where possible.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience.
SAP experience required.
Prior performance in a role such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or ISSO.
U.S. citizenship required.
Must currently possess TS/SCI clearance and be able to attain TS/SCI with CI polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree; or an associate degree in a related area plus 2 years of experience; or equivalent experience (4 years).
IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification, such as Security+ CE or CCNA Security, required within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Information security, information security management, and information system security skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the ISSM in meeting duties and responsibilities.
Prepare, review, and update authorization packages.
Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware and media.
Notify the ISSM of changes that might affect an information system’s authorization determination.
Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
Coordinate hardware, software, or firmware changes with the ISSM and AO/DAO before implementation.
Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning.
Keep IS security-related documentation current and accessible to authorized individuals.
Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented, including anomalies.
Attend technical and security training relevant to assigned duties.
Execute the cybersecurity portion of self-inspections and provide security coordination and review of system assessment plans.
Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with implementing countermeasures.
Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.
Perform ISSO duties supporting in-house and external customers.
Conduct security impact analysis for configuration-management changes to authorization boundaries and provide the results to the ISSM.
Support day-to-day Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities.
Maintain appropriate operational security, including physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness.