Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

ShorePoint•Albuquerque, NM

6d•Onsite

About The Position

ShorePoint is a rapidly expanding, award-winning cybersecurity services firm dedicated to serving high-profile, high-threat private and public-sector clients who require proven security models to protect their data. We foster a "work hard, play hard" culture that celebrates individual and company achievements. Our team is passionate about our mission, exceeding customer expectations, and creating an environment that encourages creativity, accountability, diversity, inclusion, and community involvement. We are seeking an experienced Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to lead Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, security documentation, control validation, and ongoing compliance for assigned enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing authorization packages, implementing continuous monitoring strategies, and overseeing corrective action tracking within a federal setting. This role involves full responsibility for maintaining system security plans, updating risk databases, and guiding remediation efforts with technical and operational stakeholders. This is a significant opportunity to influence the growth, development, and culture of a dynamic cybersecurity company. Employment is contingent upon the successful award of the contract.

Requirements

Strong experience as an ISSO or RMF lead in a federal cybersecurity environment.
Familiarity with ATO processes, continuous monitoring, POA&M lifecycle management, and security documentation requirements.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to coordinate effectively with government stakeholders and technical staff.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity controls, risk management, and compliance practices.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
10+ years of relevant work experience.
Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
Applicants must currently be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance, in compliance with federal contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

A postgraduate degree from an accredited university may substitute for 6 years of experience.
Active DOE Q or equivalent DoD Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, review, and maintenance of system security plans, risk assessments, and related authorization artifacts.
Drive continuous monitoring activities and conduct rigorous validation of implemented security controls across complex environments.
Develop or support Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), directing remediation activities with technical and operational stakeholders to ensure timely deficiency resolution.
Execute system self-assessments and lead the systematic collection and verification of compliance evidence for authorization reviews.
Manage enterprise asset, vulnerability, and compliance information within designated governance and risk tools.
Ensure documentation quality, completeness, and alignment with federal and organizational requirements.