Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

RTX•Jacksonville, FL

4d•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace Global Security Services is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support cybersecurity operations for classified and controlled information systems. The role leads ISSO-level activities for assigned systems under the oversight of the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), helping ensure systems remain compliant, audit-ready, and aligned with program requirements. It involves continuous monitoring, system auditing, inspection readiness, risk identification, data transfer and user access reviews, and participation in Change Control Boards (CCBs). The ISSO supports cybersecurity requirements defined by government frameworks and guidance, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF), Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) for SAP systems, NIST publications, NISPOM, and the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG). The position assists with assessment and authorization activities and collaborates with cross-functional teams to apply cybersecurity controls consistently across technical, physical, and operational environments. This is an onsite position in Jacksonville, Florida.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret security clearance required on day one; an active and transferable U.S. government-issued clearance is required before the start date.
IAM Level I certification compliant with DoD 8570 / DoD 8140.
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience performing cybersecurity monitoring, detection, auditing, and continuous monitoring in an enterprise or DoD environment.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including network security, system logging, access management, and incident detection.
Experience analyzing security alerts, logs, and network traffic to identify anomalous or malicious activity and escalate appropriately.
Ability to document findings, audit results, and response actions in accordance with established procedures.
Familiarity with SIEMs, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, and network monitoring platforms.
Experience participating in CCBs and reviewing proposed system changes for security impact and risk.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to support secure operations and maintain audit-ready systems.
Familiarity with DoD or other regulated environments, including RMF, JSIG, NIST, NISPOM, and DAAG guidance.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience using SIEM platforms such as Splunk for log analysis, alert triage, event correlation, and reporting.
Working knowledge of enterprise network protocols, architectures, and advanced attack techniques.
Experience supporting inspection and assessment readiness, including security event trend analysis and POA&M tracking.
Exposure to vulnerability management processes and tools, including evaluation of findings and mitigation tracking.
Ability to analyze system metrics, identify trends, and communicate risk and mitigation strategies to senior analysts or leadership.
Experience coordinating with IT, Facilities, and Industrial Security teams to ensure consistent application of cybersecurity controls.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead ISSO for assigned information systems and coordinate ISSO-level cybersecurity activities.
Prepare systems for inspections, audits, and assessments by ensuring documentation, controls, and processes are compliant and inspection-ready.
Review and approve data transfers and user access requests within assigned scope, ensuring adherence to security policies, authorization boundaries, and contractual requirements.
Conduct advanced system auditing and log analysis to identify trends, recurring issues, and potential security risks, and recommend mitigations to the ISSM.
Develop, validate, and maintain cybersecurity documentation, authorization artifacts, and compliance reports.
Manage and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) within ISSO responsibility and support timely remediation of findings.
Participate in Change Control Boards (CCBs), reviewing proposed system changes for security impact, authorization implications, and risk considerations.
Collaborate with IT, Facilities, Industrial Security, and enterprise cybersecurity stakeholders to apply ISSO responsibilities consistently across technical and operational environments.
Monitor system metrics, vulnerability trends, and continuous monitoring data to support risk reporting and operational decision-making.
Communicate system security posture, inspection readiness, and ISSO-level findings to the ISSM and other senior cybersecurity personnel.
Support the application of cybersecurity requirements under RMF, JSIG, NIST publications, NISPOM, and DAAG, and assist with assessment and authorization activities under ISSM oversight.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
Adoption assistance.
Autism benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program.
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits.
Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.
Flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, paid time off, holidays, and possible annual incentive compensation, subject to eligibility and applicable terms.