Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Radiance Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Journeyman Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support cybersecurity operations for the Project Manager for Cyber and Space (PM C&S) within the Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors (PEO IEW&S). The ISSO will assist in safeguarding DoD information systems, ensuring cybersecurity compliance, and implementing DoD cyber policies and standards throughout system lifecycles. This position requires deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, DoD cybersecurity documentation, and proactive risk management in support of secure system integration and sustainment. 

This position is contingent on funding, with the anticipated award expected around July 2025.

Responsibilities: 

• Support Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs) in executing cybersecurity responsibilities across assigned systems. 

• Implement and enforce DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures for Information Systems (IS) and Platform IT (PIT) systems. 

• Verify users possess the appropriate security clearances, access authorizations, and are trained on cybersecurity responsibilities before accessing DoD systems. 

• Coordinate with ISSMs to initiate corrective actions or protective measures in response to cybersecurity incidents or vulnerabilities. 

• Ensure proper reporting channels exist and are followed for all cybersecurity threats and events. 

• Maintain up-to-date cybersecurity-related documentation and ensure accessibility to authorized users. 

• Review and analyze reports from penetration tests, static code analysis, and vulnerability scans. 

• Analyze network architecture, data flows, organizational charts, and personnel assignments for potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities. 

• Participate in continuous improvement of system security postures and assist in securing custom-developed applications. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills: 

• Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity regulations, standards, and tools. 

• Experience with RMF, vulnerability management, system hardening, and secure coding practices. 

• Excellent communication and coordination skills across functional teams. 

• Ability to assess, document, and mitigate cybersecurity risks in complex environments. 

• U.S. Citizenship and active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly. 

Required Experience: 

• DoDM 8140.03 Work Role Code 722 (Information Systems Security Manager), Intermediate Level. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering. 

• At least 5 years of experience supporting the full cybersecurity life cycle for DoD systems. 

• At least 5 years of progressively complex experience in developing, integrating, and implementing cybersecurity and program protection standards for networks, computing environments, and application development. 

Required Certification: 

• Hold at least one of the following: Security+, SSCP, GSEC, Cloud+, CGRC (CAP), CCSP, CASP+, CCISO. 

• Candidates with IAT Level III equivalent certifications (e.g., CASP+ CE, CISSP, CCSP, GCED, GCIH, CISA, or CCNP Security) are highly preferred.