Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationHanscom AFB, MA, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedAug 18, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live21h ago
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10+ years experience in information security for a DoD or Federal government agency
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Must be Security+ CE certified
Experience with reporting, scanning and analysis using ACAS
Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal Cybersecurity Directives and Instructions
Possess excellent technical writing, critical thinking/analytical, oral and written communication skills
Knowledge and experience communicating IA concepts to technical and nontechnical personnel
Able to develop technical documents and produce system design documentation
Must have excellent customer service skills
Must hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI)
Provide support to ensure the continued upgrade, expansion, and integration of the Hanscom JWICS SCI architecture and infrastructure
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information
Administer Active Directory user and computer accounts, security groups, and access permissions
Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate system administration and reporting tasks
Image, deploy, and re-image USAF JWICS desktops and laptops in accordance with Air Force and DoD standards
Issue, manage, and troubleshoot PKI certificates and related authentication services
Perform Windows 11 desktop administration and basic network troubleshooting, including TCP/IP connectivity, DNS, and authentication issues
Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure
Respond to computer security breaches and viruses
Provide coordination and support to the Hanscom JWICS Site ISSM in all matters related to ICD 503 and RMF
Serve as controlled equipment custodian COMSEC
Operate and maintain customer's JWICS LAN IAW ICD 503 and subordinate directives
Create and maintain JWICS User Accounts
Develop Computer Systems Requirement Documents (CSRDs) and Security Impact Analysis (SIAs)
Serve as alternate for Hanscom JWICS ISSO
Coordinate new Hanscom JWICS connections and configuration management change requests
Maintain and control access privileges to network resources
Maintain Site-level TCP/IP and internet for JWICS and customer organizations
Maintain JWICs file servers
Install, monitor, maintain and ensure optimal system operations of communications devices
Test and configure new hardware
Obtain CSRD approval for systems prior to any system installation
Implement approved CSRDs as direct be government COTR
Augment/support IAO and Computer Security duties in SCIF
Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements
Must be a US citizen
Selected applicants will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Skills
Active Directory
PowerShell
PKI
Windows 11
TCP/IP
DNS
ACAS
ICD 503
RMF
COMSEC
LAN
SCIF
Benefits
Eoe/m/f/vet/disabled
Overview
Abacus Technology is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support security and information assurance activities for the JWICS environment at Hanscom AFB. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities
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Provide support to ensure the continued upgrade, expansion, and integration of the Hanscom JWICS SCI architecture and infrastructure.
•
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
•
Administer Active Directory user and computer accounts, security groups, and access permissions.
•
Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate system administration and reporting tasks.
•
Image, deploy, and re-image USAF JWICS desktops and laptops in accordance with Air Force and DoD standards.
•
Issue, manage, and troubleshoot PKI certificates and related authentication services.
•
Perform Windows 11 desktop administration and basic network troubleshooting, including TCP/IP connectivity, DNS, and authentication issues.
•
Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.
•
Respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
•
Provide coordination and support to the Hanscom JWICS Site ISSM in all matters related to ICD 503 and RMF to ensure Hanscom JWICS maintains it Authorization to Operate (ATO) and high security posture.
•
Serve as controlled equipment custodian COMSEC, key member of configuration management team site ops, planning, disaster recovery and network encryption.
•
Operate and maintain customer’s JWICS LAN IAW ICD 503 and subordinate directives and guidance for information systems security in SCI Facilities and environments.
•
Create and maintain JWICS User Accounts.
•
Develop Computer Systems Requirement Documents (CSRDs) and Security Impact Analysis (SIAs) as required.
•
Serve as alternate for Hanscom JWICS ISSO.
•
Coordinate new Hanscom JWICS connections and configuration management change requests.
•
Maintain and control access privileges to network resources.
•
Maintain Site-level TCP/IP and internet for JWICS and customer organizations.
•
Maintain JWICs file servers.
•
Install, monitor, maintain and ensure optimal system operations of communications devices.
•
Test and configure new hardware.
•
Obtain CSRD approval for systems prior to any system installation.
•
Implement approved CSRDs as direct be government COTR.
•
Augment/support IAO and Computer Security duties in SCIF, including prepare A&A documentation; prepare new user forms and related duties.
Qualifications
10+ years experience in information security for a DoW or Federal government agency. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Must be Security+ CE certified. Experience with reporting, scanning and analysis using ACAS. Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal Cybersecurity Directives and Instructions. Possess excellent technical writing, critical thinking/analytical, oral and written communication skills. Knowledge and experience communicating IA concepts to technical and nontechnical personnel. Able to develop technical documents and produce system design documentation. Must have excellent customer service skills; be able project a positive image and professional manner at all times; and be able to work within the confines of a set time schedule. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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