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Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Janicki
Washington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Oct 2025
💰 $110,000/yr($80,000/yr$110,000/yr)

About the role

Location: Sedro-Woolley,Washington,United States

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. .  We are looking for an Information System Security Officer to join our team.

This position is located on-site in Sedro-Woolley, Washington State

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The responsibility of the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) is to maintain the governance, risk, and compliance of isolated information systems in support of production and engineering efforts. This position requires strict adherance to the Department of Defense and Customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have a solution-driven attitude with excellent follow-up and an aptitude for collaborative problem-solving. This candidate will interface directly with the Security Department, Information Technology, Program Management, and our Customer’s to draft, implement, and audit policy and procedures that allow Janicki to remain at the forefront of engineering

The following essential job functions are performed as an ISSO:

  • Maintains Information Systems (IS) security implementation policy and guidelines, plans, instructions, standard operating procedures, and security education, training, and awareness program (SETA)
  • Maintains familiarity with all applicable policies and regulations (e.g. NIST 800-53, NIST 800-71, NISPOM, NSA Policy Manual 9-12, etc.)
  • Ensures all IS security-related documentation is current and authorizations are on file for each Information System
  • Ensures software, hardware, and firmware comply with appropriate security configuration guidelines, policies and procedures, and approvals
  • Effectively works with vendors for product (hardware/software) procurement to ensure systems remain compliant as needs change
  • Maintains classified systems through Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), self-assessments, recurring audits, and verification of system setup with applicable policies and regulations
  • Analyzes security vulnerabilities/risks and provides guidance on suitable options for identified issues
  • Work with program/project Managers to monitor/periodically review contract requirements for conformance
  • Conducts and participates in inspections (internal and external) and implements necessary actions to correct deficiencies
  • Communicates with prime contractors and government agencies to obtain approvals and maintain compliance.
  • Ensure periodic testing is conducted to evaluate the security posture of the IS by employing various intrusion/attack detections and monitoring tools
  • Assists users in account management (e.g., training employees in security procedures, password resets, etc.)
  • Performs additional duties as necessary which may include IT maintenance unrelated to the duties of this position, personnel maintenance, facility lock/unlock procedures, etc.
  • Travels occasionally
  • Works well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
  • Must be willing to travel on occasion
  • Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
  • Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job

QUALIFICATIONS

MUST BE U.S. CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES AND NOT HOLD DUAL CITIZENSHIP WITH ANTOHER COUNTRY. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Current DOD Security Clearance Required
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience as ISSO implementing NISPOM Chapter 8, ICD 705, and JSIG IS requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or equivalent education or work experience
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Experience with Windows operating environments
  • Familiarity with conducting and reviewing vulnerability and compliance scans
  • Experience developing subordinates and communications up and down the chain of command
  • Experience in providing Information Systems security awareness and training
  • Maintains awareness of upcoming customer/government-driven changes and challenges and suggests approaches to meet those challenges
  • Excellent time management skills; keeps commitments and welcomes a collaborative environment
  • Self-disciplined to lead IA projects with minimal supervision
  • Previous experience working as a security professional in an SAP/SCI environment

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