Information Systems Security Officer

The role

The Information Systems Security Officer provides senior-level cybersecurity leadership and oversight across all information systems supporting the program. This role serves as the subject matter expert on security policy, risk management, and compliance within the Intelligence Community.

What you will do

• Serve as the senior security authority for all program information systems
• Lead and manage the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
• Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies, procedures, and standards
• Advise program leadership and the Authorizing Official (AO) on cybersecurity risks
• Oversee continuous monitoring programs, security control assessments, and vulnerability management
• Lead incident response, forensic investigations, and after-action reporting
• Manage and mentor ISSO personnel
• Coordinate with IC and DoW security stakeholders
• Ensure security architecture and engineering decisions align with mission requirements
• Evaluate emerging threats and drive proactive security improvements

Required qualifications

• Active TS/SCI required
• Must be able to obtain a Polygraph
• Deep expertise in NIST RMF, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253, and IC/DoW security policy frameworks
• Demonstrated experience achieving and maintaining ATOs for complex, multi-system programs in classified environments
• Strong background in security architecture, risk management, and incident response within JWICS or similar classified networks
• Experience leading and mentoring security teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Professional certification: CISSP
• DoW 8570/8140 IAM Level III compliance required

Nice to have

• CISM, CAP, or CASP+
• Experience with AI/ML system security considerations
• AWS GovCloud or Azure Government security experience
• Military Intelligence or IC experience

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Dedicated Sick Time
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Professional Development
• 401(k) with company match
• Onsite / Remote / Flexible work arrangements or hybrid options (position dependent)
• Relocation assistance (position dependent)
• Referral bonuses
• Performance bonuses
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Technology home office setup stipend

About the company

Spear AI is a growing defense contracting company that builds sonobuoy sensors and works with the U.S. Navy to collect and process SONAR data. The company operates with a flat organizational structure.