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Chenega

Defense, intelligence, and federal staffing services

Information Systems Security Officer

Security Governance, Risk & ComplianceUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeWiesbaden, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, IT, or business-related programs is required.
  • Six or more years of cybersecurity experience, including traditional IT and exposure to or experience with Operational Technology (OT) or Facility-Related Control Systems (FRCS).
  • Five or more years of experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) development, and system categorization.
  • Active CompTIA Security+ certification in accordance with DoD 8570/8140 requirements.
  • An active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
  • A U.S. passport.
  • Successfully pass background and drug screening.
  • Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and compliance requirements.
  • Knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and Oracle.
  • Experience with eMASS and/or Xacta.
  • Experience with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) and security control assessments.
  • Experience working in a Unix/Linux environment and cloud infrastructures.
  • High proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including advanced skills and knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Experience extracting, transforming, and structuring data to support exploratory analytics and operational reporting.
  • Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 4-010-06 and NIST Special Publication 800-82.
  • Understanding of PCI-DSS compliance, credit/debit transaction security, and civilian commercial-off-the-shelf networks used in NAF/MWR facilities.
  • Knowledge and experience in data analysis, data management, data engineering, and data science.
  • Ability to meet minimum clearance requirements.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supporting assigned information systems throughout the full system development lifecycle.
  • Implement, assess, and maintain security controls in accordance with applicable NIST standards, DoD cybersecurity policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support cybersecurity lifecycle management for Facility-Related Control Systems (FRCS), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and building automation architectures at IMCOM installations.
  • Support and maintain ATO packages, including system categorization, control implementation, assessment coordination, and continuous monitoring activities.
  • Apply specialized risk management criteria for OT systems, balancing confidentiality requirements with the availability and safety requirements of physical infrastructure.
  • Ensure security compliance for IMCOM NAF systems, including Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) and lodging environments, aligning RMF controls with applicable payment card industry standards and financial protection regulations.
  • Develop, review, and maintain system security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Risk Assessment Reports (RARs), and continuous monitoring (CONMON) artifacts.
  • Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), FISMA, and data protection regulations.
  • Coordinate and support internal and external audits, inspections, and information assurance readiness reviews.
  • Review IT policies, procedures, and technical documentation for alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements.
  • Identify compliance gaps, assess risk, and recommend corrective actions or compensating controls.
  • Maintain awareness of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes to support ongoing compliance.
  • Provide cybersecurity risk and compliance briefings to program leadership, system owners, and executive stakeholders.
  • Identify, assess, and document cybersecurity risks and support development of risk mitigation strategies.
  • Support implementation of a structured IT risk management and governance framework.
  • Assist with development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies and procedures.
  • Serve as a cybersecurity liaison among technical teams, compliance staff, auditors, and government customers.
  • Conduct briefings and presentations on cybersecurity posture, compliance status, and non-compliance issues.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Three or more years of experience supporting DoD or federal programs.
  • Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, or CGRC.
  • Certifications in OT/ICS security, such as SANS GICSP, or financial security, such as PCI-DSS ISA/QSA.
  • Prior experience supporting Army Installation Management Command systems or municipal/base-level utility infrastructure.
  • Strong creative and visual storytelling skills with an eye for design, usability, and user experience.
  • Strong pedagogical, public speaking, and coaching skills, including the ability to explain complex cyber-compliance and RMF concepts to technical and non-technical learners.
  • Expert knowledge of data visualization tools to deliver information that helps client users understand data, ask better questions, and take action.
  • Time management and organizational skills to set and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team, and to encourage collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

About the Company

Chenega

Defense, intelligence, and federal staffing services

Chenega is a government services contractor that supplies staffing and support services for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian customers, plus commercial clients. It operates across the United States, its territories, and several countries, tapping wide opportunities in government contracting. Its offerings center on staffing and mission support through various contracts, delivering qualified personnel and services to meet client needs. Unlike many industry players, Chenega is rooted in an Alaska Native village corporation, which shapes its ownership and community-focused approach while competing in a broad national market. The company’s goal is to help government and commercial customers execute their missions by providing reliable, professional personnel and services under contract.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Anchorage, AK
Founded
1974

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