Information System Security Officer

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next.  Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.



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This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI polygraph.

Project: We're supporting a well-established customer that works on a critical and high-visibility mission. The team is tremendously talented and we need to add a seasoned ISSO with a strong foundation in US Government IT experience to work on the growing number of customer requirements. Previous experience working on-site to support the DoD and the intelligence community is highly desirable. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with team’s ISSEs and/or Tech Leads to implement technical solutions during development 

• Coordinate and lead office ATO processes acting as primary point of contact for customer and stakeholder engagements 

• Prepare and maintain information systems Accreditation and Authorization (A&A) packages (BoE - ConOps/Customer Test Plan, SSPs SCTM) 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a US citizen and have an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. 

• Bachelor’s degree (4 additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree) 

• Ability to communicate highly technical analyses at a level comprehensible to laymen and senior-level government representatives 

• Expert knowledge and use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Experience with utilizing compliance tools to track assessment and authorization activities (e.g. Xacta 360, Risk Vision, RSA Archer) 

• Experience with Linux (Red Hat) 

• Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and associative standards and guidelines 

• Comptia Security +  

• DoD 8570 certification 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within various system networks and classification levels 

• Advanced degree in a technical discipline 

• Experience working on-site at a government customer location  

• Experience working in DOD/IC  

• Experience with developing and maintaining configuration control documentation 

• Experience implementing services to intelligence community standards like ICD 503, NIST Risk Management Framework, and cloud technologies   
• CISSP Certification 

Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 - $176,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

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To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.