Information Systems Security Officer at Jobgether – United States
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About This Position
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Information Systems Security Officer in the United States.
This role is a critical cybersecurity position focused on securing and governing federal cloud environments in highly regulated government contexts. You will be responsible for ensuring continuous compliance, maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) status, and strengthening security postures across complex cloud infrastructures. Acting as a key security authority, you will guide risk management, incident response, and compliance activities across multiple federal systems. The position involves close collaboration with technical, compliance, and government stakeholders to ensure adherence to frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST. You will play a central role in shaping cloud security architecture, driving continuous monitoring programs, and ensuring audit readiness. This is a high-impact role ideal for a cybersecurity expert who thrives in structured, mission-critical environments.
- Manage the full ATO lifecycle, ensuring systems meet and maintain federal security authorization requirements across cloud environments.
- Establish and maintain Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) programs, including vulnerability tracking, reporting, remediation, and POA&M management.
- Serve as the primary security authority for cloud architecture, ensuring secure design, defense-in-depth strategies, and compliance with FedRAMP and government standards.
- Lead and coordinate security audits, including 3PAO assessments, ensuring successful outcomes and timely remediation of findings.
- Oversee change control and significant change request processes, conducting security impact analyses and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintain System Security Plans (SSP), security artifacts, and governance documentation aligned with federal frameworks.
- Act as the primary incident response coordinator, supporting investigation, root cause analysis, and implementation of preventive measures.
- Manage access control processes, audit compliance evidence, and enforce least privilege principles across systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- Active DoD 8140/8570 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP+, CGRC, or equivalent).
- 5+ years of experience in information security, cloud security, or federal cybersecurity environments.
- Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, and FISMA frameworks.
- Hands-on experience managing cloud security in environments such as AWS GovCloud or similar federal systems.
- Proven experience supporting audits, authorization processes, and Continuous Monitoring programs in regulated environments.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills with ability to operate in highly regulated settings.
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility to work on sensitive government systems required.
- Experience with security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability management, and CI/CD security pipelines is highly desirable.
- Competitive base salary ranging from $125,000 to $180,000 annually, with eligibility for bonuses and equity grants.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and mental health coverage.
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and work-life balance support programs.
- Remote-first flexibility within the United States.
- Equity opportunities and performance-based compensation structure.
- Strong professional development, certification support, and career growth opportunities.
- Inclusive, mission-driven culture focused on innovation and cybersecurity excellence.
- Access to wellness programs, employee networks, and volunteering initiatives.