Hiring: Cyber Security SME - Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Company: Amentum Location: Fairbanks, AK Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 13:24:50 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Firmware, Microsoft Office, Risk Management, SCA, Secret Clearance, Splunk, Windows Server, Zero Trust About the job Experience: •2 years previous experience as an ISSO/ISSM or another organizational equivalent. •4 years’ previous experience as an ISSO/ISSM or another organizational equivalent. •At least 2 years previous experience as an ISSO/ISSM or another organizational equivalent. •At least 4 years’ previous experience as an ISSO/ISSM or another organizational equivalent. Required Skills: •Maintain awareness of changes to DoD cybersecurity and other applicable policies and update local policies as needed. •Review system security audit logs on standalone and networked systems. •Utilize Tenable Nessus scanning tools to identify system vulnerabilities and STIG compliance. Work with IT to remediate all identified vulnerabilities and deficiencies. •Provide required system security training. •Perform annual RMF self-inspections for all supported systems. •Develop and update (as needed) A&A packages and associated artifacts. •Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM/AO/DAO. •Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with DoD and local security policies and procedures. Qualifications: •Four (4)+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a proven track record in risk management, threat mitigation, and security strategy development. •High School Diploma or Equivalent required. •Must be familiar with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) publications to include SP 800 37, 800 30, 800 39, 800 137, FIPS 199, 200 and Department of Defense (DoD) security policies. •Knowledge using Splunk, Tenable Nessus, and ePO. •Familiarization with installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting operating system platforms such as Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2019 to include security configuration knowledge of group and local policies. (Preferred). •Technical and professional writing expertise; experience with MS Office products. •Bachelor’s degree in a Cybersecurity or IT-related field. •Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), compliance regulations, and industry best practices. •Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex security topics to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!