ISSO

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support a cutting‑edge company building modern, cloud‑native satellite mission operations software.

This position is hybrid in Arvada, CO. The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will lead end‑to‑end RMF execution for brand‑new, classified Space Force systems hosted in AWS Secret Cloud. You will stand up a new system from scratch, drive ATO/IATT through Space Force AO and DCSA, and own security for next‑generation satellite mission platforms.

Responsibilities for the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) include:

• Executing cradle‑to‑grave RMF Steps 1–6 for a new classified system in AWS Secret Cloud
• Developing and implementing security policies, controls, SSPs, and RMF artifacts aligned to CNSSI 1253, NIST 800‑53, and Space Force overlays
• Supporting IATT/ATO packages with Space Force AO and DCSA, including eMASS entries and continuous monitoring
• Reviewing and interpreting SBOMs, container vulnerability scans, STIG checklists, and DevSecOps security outputs
• Collaborating with ISSM, FSO, DevSecOps, and system admins to ensure secure containerized space mission applications

Required Qualifications for the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) include:

• 5+ years of ISSO experience supporting Space Force AO and DCSA
• Experience standing up a brand‑new RMF system from scratch and driving full authorization to ATO
• Hands‑on experience with AWS Secret Cloud, container scanning, SBOMs, STIG hardening, and vulnerability management
• Strong knowledge of RMF, CNSSI 1253, NIST 800‑53, overlays, system categorization, and secure network architecture
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
• Active SECRET Clearance required (TS/SCI preferred)

Compensation for the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) includes:

• Salary Range: $110,000 – $150,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave (as required by law)

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