Senior Information Systems Security Officer - ISSO (Active Secret Clearance)
Company Overview:
Work Where it Matters
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.
As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Description:
ASE is looking for an Information Security Systems Officer (ISSO), Senior to work in support of Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in Orlando, Florida. This position is an "on site" position at the office.
To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities:
- Plans, implements, upgrades, or monitors security measures for the protection of computer networks and information
- Assesses system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies
- May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard information and vital electronic infrastructure
- May respond to computer security breaches and viruses
- May perform Cybersecurity services such as Assess and Authorize (A&A) Computer Network Defense (CND) services in order to protect the CIA of the NAVAIR Cyber environment
- Remains current on technological advances relevant to the supported requirements and provide documented recommendations when appropriate
- Maintains a relevant knowledge base, training, and personnel mix to continually adapt to and meet shifting cyber threat areas, using the latest analysis, mitigation, and remediation techniques/tools
Qualifications:
- Active Secret clearance
- B.S. degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or Computer Engineering, with relevant coursework in computer security
- Ten (10) years of experience implementing, upgrading and monitoring security measures for the protection of computer networks and information
- Experience assessing system vulnerabilities using tools such as ACAS and eMASS, performing threat analysis and implementing safeguards
- Experience handling and reporting security incidents and breaches
- Certification Requirement: IAM Level III industry certification required (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO)
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees.
Job ID: 2025-15766
Work Type: On-Site