Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Saalex is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Camarillo/Naval Air Station Point Mugu, CA to support cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Certification & Accreditation (C&A) activities. The selected candidate will serve as a key cybersecurity resource responsible for supporting system authorization efforts, maintaining security compliance, implementing information assurance policies, and ensuring systems maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) status. This position requires a strong understanding of RMF, cybersecurity compliance, system accreditation, and DoD information assurance requirements. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $145k - $180k annually (depending on experience) Work Location: Onsite – NAS Point Mugu, CA Essential Functions: Serve as the Sr. Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supporting Certification & Accreditation (C&A) activities for multiple systems and programs. Prepare, maintain, submit, and update RMF and accreditation documentation required to achieve and maintain system authorization. Support Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts and continuous monitoring activities throughout the system lifecycle. Ensure implementation of security policies, procedures, and controls established by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). Maintain knowledge of current information assurance, cybersecurity, and RMF requirements, policies, directives, and emerging technologies. Assess information systems and operating environments to ensure compliance with applicable security requirements. Support security control implementation, assessment, remediation, and documentation activities. Assist with the development and maintenance of system security documentation, policies, procedures, and compliance artifacts. Conduct management studies and evaluations focused on cybersecurity compliance and procedural effectiveness. Develop division-level policies and procedures to ensure compliance with DoD and organizational cybersecurity requirements. Coordinate required cybersecurity activities, milestones, reviews, and compliance efforts to ensure timely execution. Provide cybersecurity guidance and recommendations to technical staff, management, and government stakeholders. Deliver security awareness and cybersecurity-related training to assigned personnel. Review technical documentation, contracts, reports, and program deliverables for security and compliance requirements. Support configuration management processes and ensure documentation complies with applicable organizational standards. Perform technical research and complex information gathering activities in support of cybersecurity initiatives. Attend conferences, training sessions, and professional development activities to maintain technical proficiency. Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: Minimum of 10 years of relevant cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, or Certification &…