Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) (Washington)

Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Come join our growing team and make a difference every day! AnaVation is seeking a motivated Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO). This junior-level role is ideal for someone eager to build experience in cybersecurity compliance and risk management in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities Include :

Support the development and maintenance of ATO / ATT documentation for low to moderate-impact systems

Assist with system security assessments and control evaluations under the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Maintain security artifacts and documentation in JCAM

Conduct biweekly reviews of system logs and vulnerability scan results

Track and manage POA&Ms in coordination with senior ISSOs and system owners

Participate in continuous monitoring, training exercises, and contingency planning events

Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and NIST SP 800-53 control

This position is full-time onsite with our customer in a Metro-accessible location in Washington, DC.

Required Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of two (2) years of hands-on relevant experience is required.

Experience : 2 years

Required Skills / Certs :

Minimum two (2) years of hands-on experience in Governance Risk and Compliance and the RMF process.

Proficient with Federal policies, program standards, and NIST Special Publications guidelines to include but not limited to such as NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, 800-137.

Experience supporting system security documentation, control assessments, and ATO or ATT packages for low to moderate-impact systems.

Proficient on how to use various security tools, such as but not limited to : JCAM (or an equivalent GRC tool), Tenable, BigFix, and Splunk (or SIEM), and / or equivalent.

Familiarity with tools such as JCAM and common security documentation templates.

Exposure to POA&M tracking, audit support, and vulnerability scanning processes

Ability to draft and maintain basic cybersecurity documentation (e.g., SSP, CMP, IRP)

Detail-oriented with solid organizational and documentation skills

Ability to brief technical content to non-technical leadership

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Required Clearance : Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; Secret clearance strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications :

CompTIA Security+

CGRC (formerly CAP), CEH, or equivalent entry-level cybersecurity certification

Benefits

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents

100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents

100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance

100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents

401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting

Competitive Pay

Generous paid leave and holiday package

Tuition and training reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.