Information Security Specialist

The role

You will serve as the Assistant Information System Security Manager (A-ISSM) supporting the Scalable GEOINT mission. You will ensure classified intelligence systems remain secure, compliant, and operational through cybersecurity management and Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation.

What you will do

• Support the Government ISSM in developing and overseeing information system security policies and procedures.
• Lead and coordinate Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities including security authorization and continuous monitoring.
• Develop, implement, assess, and monitor security controls in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5.
• Identify, assess, document, and mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities and risks.
• Develop and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs and IAVM requirements.
• Oversee security compliance across Windows, Windows Server, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
• Support implementation and management of endpoint security, vulnerability management, and logging solutions.
• Coordinate access management, account security, and privileged access controls.
• Investigate and document security incidents, violations, and potential compliance deficiencies.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of experience in information security management.
• Subject matter expertise in developing, implementing, and overseeing information security policies.
• Hands-on experience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation and security authorization processes.
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5, security control assessments, continuous monitoring, and POA&M management.
• Experience implementing and maintaining DISA STIG and IAVM compliance across Windows, Windows Server, and RHEL environments.
• Experience with Tanium, Trellix/HBSS/AESS, and Splunk.
• Experience identifying, evaluating, documenting, and mitigating information system security risks.
• Advanced information security management certification, such as CISSP or CISM.
• Ability to meet DoDM 8140.03 baseline certification requirements at the start of employment.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.
• Active, final Top Secret security clearance required at the start of employment.

Nice to have

• Previous experience serving as an ISSM, Assistant ISSM, Deputy ISSM, or senior ISSO supporting classified DoD or Intelligence Community systems.
• Experience supporting DoDIIS, JWICS, or other classified intelligence information systems.
• Experience overseeing, mentoring, or coordinating teams of Information System Security Officers (ISSOs).
• Familiarity with cross-domain solutions, secure data transfer processes, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Experience supporting Army intelligence, GEOINT, NGA, INSCOM, or similar national security programs.
• Additional advanced cybersecurity certifications, such as CCSP or CISSP-ISSMP.

Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities
• Employee ownership

Before you apply

• Active, final Top Secret security clearance required at the start of employment.
• Must be eligible for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Must meet all applicable security requirements for access to classified systems and facilities.
• Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.
• Ability to obtain the required computing environment certification before receiving privileged access.

About the company

Data Systems Analysts, Inc. (DSA) is an employee-owned technology and professional services company supporting federal government and commercial customers. DSA provides mission-focused solutions across cybersecurity, information technology, enterprise modernization, and systems engineering.