Information Systems Security Officer - Contingent

ARES Enterprise • Los Angeles, CA

23h

About The Position

Ares Enterprise is seeking a highly qualified Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join its Cybersecurity team. The role supports Air Force Sensitive Compartmented Information (AFSCI) cybersecurity initiatives and execution of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle. The ISSO works closely with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to maintain system security compliance, manage System Security Plans (SSPs), process Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and perform day-to-day vulnerability management.

The role supports unclassified, secret, and sensitive compartmented information networks. Duties also include maintaining cybersecurity documentation and posture for classified spaces and video teleconferencing systems, supporting continuous monitoring and inspections, and helping educate cybersecurity liaisons and end users.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance prior to start date.
• Meet DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualifications for ISSM (722) – Intermediate.
• Possess required commercial baseline cybersecurity certifications and complete required training and qualifications within 45 business days of hire.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), ACAS, and DISA STIGs.
• Direct experience supporting Air Force, Space Force, or DoD enterprise cybersecurity posture.
• Familiarity with NIST Special Publications 800-37 and 800-53, and DoDI 8510.01 / AFI 17-101 guidelines.
• Strong technical communication skills and ability to interface with government leadership, system administrators, and security officers.

Responsibilities

• Implement security controls, System Security Plans (SSPs), and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes for unclassified, secret, and sensitive compartmented information networks.
• Run and analyze Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scans and ensure identified vulnerabilities are documented, mitigated, or remediated.
• Draft and process Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and Security Impact Assessments (SIAs).
• Maintain and update ports, protocols, and services (PP&S) spreadsheets and eMASS artifacts.
• Monitor, track, and support responses to Negligent Discharge of Classified Information (NDCI) and cybersecurity incidents.
• Maintain security posture and documentation for classified spaces and video teleconferencing (VTC) systems.
• Support continuous monitoring, security self-inspections, and preparation for Command Cyber Readiness Inspections (CCRI).
• Assist in training unit Cybersecurity Liaisons (CLs) and end users on cybersecurity requirements, policies, and best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed