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Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Lead

CACI International Inc
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jan 2026
💰 $218,100/yr($103,800/yr$218,100/yr)

About the role

Job Title: Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Lead

Job Category: Security

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity: CACI is seeking an experienced and proactive Information Systems Security Officer Lead to manage our organization's information security efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive information security program to protect our customer's data, systems, and networks from internal and external threats.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and mentor the information security team
  • Prepare and update a Systems Security Plan that encompasses all aspects of all automated information systems utilized to support the program
  • Oversee the implementation of information security policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Verify all software and hardware installed and operated comply with the government’s Security Certification Officer and COMM Program Security Officer (PSO) IAW the Program Security Plan
  • Prepare and update the Equipment Security Certification
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities
  • Design and implement security measures to protect against cyber threats, data breaches, and other security incidents
  • Lead incident response efforts in case of security breaches or cyber attacks
  • Establish and implement a continuous monitoring plan IAW the customer’s Cyber Security Office guidance
  • Maintain security approvals and accreditations IAW ICD 503
  • Provide integration and support associated with existing customer automated discovery network mapping activities and tools.
  • Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate security measures into all aspects of the organization
  • Provide security awareness training to employees and stakeholders
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and threats

Qualifications:  

  • Must have current TS/SCI with poly
  • University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience in a related field
  • 5+ years of related work experience
  • Profound understanding of the Defense Counterintelligence and
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
  • Relevant experience with IT service, cybersecurity, and/or Program Security
  • Ability to work closely with government partners, security counterparts, program managers, and offices within the Intelligence Community and other defense industry partners to ensure successful execution of program activity.
  • Ability to work closely with internal cross-functional teams (Directors, Program Managers, Project Managers and Contracting Officers)
  • Customer and team oriented and able to function with limited supervision.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Ability to implement strategic goals
  • Establishes operational plans for technical area
  • Develops and implements innovative products, processes, standards or operational plans



 

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, educat

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