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Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Continue Your Legacy of Service in a Role Where Mission Still Matters

At Leidos, we understand the weight of the oath you've taken and the sacrifices you've made. You've led with honorand now, we're inviting you to do it again in a new arena. Step into a pivotal cybersecurity role supporting the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) at a cutting-edge Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Operations Facility. This is more than a jobit's a continuation of the mission.

Your Objective: Defend Digital Frontlines

• Safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical information systems.
• Deliver direct cybersecurity support to AFSOC RPA Operations Centers and local ISSOs.
• Maintain a robust, accurate program that protects Air Force and Intelligence Community assets.
• Conduct system reviews, flag risks, and recommend actionable improvements for enhanced resilience.

What You'll Do

• Perform ISSO duties across internal and external customers with precision and professionalism.
• Analyze and report on cybersecurity posture, risks, and compliance metrics.
• Advise Commanders and ISSMs with strategic courses of action to elevate cyber readiness.
• Assist in the design and implementation of local cybersecurity programs aligned to DoD guidance.
• Provide hands-on training to teams on tools, processes, and protection standards.
• Contribute to security planning, documentation, and compliance efforts for ATOs, POA&Ms, and FISMA, and more.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is preferred, Associates Degree is required and 1-3 years of experience. Additional IAT or IAM Level III certifications may substitute for a degree or experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and IAT Level II certification.
• Solid background in System Administration, risk assessments, and A&A documentation.
• Familiarity with SIPR and JWICS network environments.
• Exceptional communication skillsboth written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Operational knowledge of Air Force and Intelligence Community policies.
• Expertise in ICD 705 physical and personnel security protocols.
• Real-world application of NIST SP 800 standards.

Why Leidos?

Leidos empowers veterans to bring their skills forward into a meaningful civilian mission. For decades, we've backed national defense, health, and engineering operations with technical excellence and unwavering dedication. At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now." If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. You'll fit right in.