Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Leidos•El Paso, TX

1d•$87,100 - $157,450•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a driven Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team at Fort Bliss, Texas! This is a high-impact role where you’ll be at the forefront of protecting mission-critical systems. Candidates must already hold a current TS/SCI security clearance to be considered. As an ISSO, you’ll deliver expert Cybersecurity support services, partnering with the ACC Cybersecurity Chief Information Security Officer and unit ISSOs to maintain a powerful, effective program that safeguards the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AF IC information resources. What You’ll Do Lead the charge in developing local unit Cybersecurity programs and security plans in alignment with ACC, AF, IC, and DoD guidance. Dive deep into data—analyze compliance, track progress, and report results on Cybersecurity programs, POA&Ms, A&A workflow tools, patch management, IAVA alerts, DoD 8570.01M certifications, FISMA compliance, and ATOs to unit leadership and higher headquarters. Collaborate and advise—work with local units and HHQ IISMs to deliver assessments, recommend courses of action, and provide solutions that strengthen Cybersecurity programs. Empower others—develop and deliver hands-on training to government civilians, contractors, and military personnel on IT security tools, policies, and procedures to ensure resources are protected and standards are met. What You Bring TS/SCI clearance on day one—ready to hit the ground running. Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience or Master’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree). Current IAT Level II certification required. Proven expertise with Assessment and Authorization documents, assessments, and Cybersecurity program tasks. At least two years of experience with AF and IC plans and policies. This isn’t just another Cybersecurity role—it’s a chance to make a direct impact on national security while working alongside some of the best in the field. EIO2024 If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: January 30, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenue of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here. Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [email protected]. Commitment and Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Requirements

TS/SCI clearance on day one—ready to hit the ground running.
Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience or Master’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree).
Current IAT Level II certification required.
Proven expertise with Assessment and Authorization documents, assessments, and Cybersecurity program tasks.
At least two years of experience with AF and IC plans and policies.

Responsibilities

Lead the charge in developing local unit Cybersecurity programs and security plans in alignment with ACC, AF, IC, and DoD guidance.
Dive deep into data—analyze compliance, track progress, and report results on Cybersecurity programs, POA&Ms, A&A workflow tools, patch management, IAVA alerts, DoD 8570.01M certifications, FISMA compliance, and ATOs to unit leadership and higher headquarters.
Collaborate and advise—work with local units and HHQ IISMs to deliver assessments, recommend courses of action, and provide solutions that strengthen Cybersecurity programs.
Empower others—develop and deliver hands-on training to government civilians, contractors, and military personnel on IT security tools, policies, and procedures to ensure resources are protected and standards are met.