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Information System Security Officer (ISSO) — Lead and Senior Roles

Arlington County, Virginia
Contract
Posted 7/27/2026
Direct Apply
Key Skills:
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
NIST SP 800-53
Incident Response

Compensation

Salary Range

$85K - 130K a year

Responsibilities

Develop security documentation, perform continuous monitoring, and lead system authorization activities with oversight of operations and technical liaison duties.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 6 to 12+ years of experience and eligibility for Tier 4 High-Risk Public Trust clearance.

Full Description

JLGOV is seeking one Lead ISSO and two Senior ISSOs to support a federal cybersecurity program in Washington, DC. Work Arrangement Hybrid position. Candidates must live within approximately 75 miles of Washington, DC and be available for on-site support when requested. Final work arrangements will be determined by the customer. Compensation $120,456–$144,000 annually, based on experience and role. The Lead ISSO is expected to fall near the top of the range. Minimum Qualifications U.S. citizenship Eligibility for a Tier 4 High-Risk Public Trust Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, IT, information systems, computer science, or a related field Lead ISSO: 10–12+ years of relevant experience Senior ISSO: 6–10+ years of relevant experience Experience with RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, ATO support, continuous monitoring, POA&M management, vulnerability management, and audit readiness Ability to produce accurate, audit-ready cybersecurity documentation Preferred certifications include: CISSP, CISM, CGRC, CAP, CASP+, Security+, CEH, or CISA. Key Responsibilities Support RMF and system authorization activities Develop and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, risk assessments, and authorization artifacts Perform continuous monitoring and vulnerability analysis Coordinate remediation and incident-response activities Support audits, assessments, reporting, and executive briefings Maintain accurate records in tools such as CSAM and ServiceNow Analyze data from Splunk, Tenable, Qualys, Microsoft Defender, and related platforms Lead ISSO Responsibilities Lead day-to-day ISSO operations Serve as the primary technical contact with Government cybersecurity leadership Direct the Senior ISSOs Oversee quality reviews, risk management, reporting, and authorization packages Remain technically hands-on Employment is contingent upon contract award, Government approval, verification of qualifications, and successful suitability processing. Equal Employment Opportunity JLGOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This job posting was last updated on 7/28/2026

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