Information Systems Security Officer
Washington, DC
Federal – Delivery- Federal /
Hybrid
Make a difference here.
UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing a comprehensive suite of security operations solutions. Founded and operated by security practitioners with decades of experience, the UltraViolet Cyber security-as-code platform combines technology innovation and human expertise to make advanced real-time cybersecurity accessible for all organizations by eliminating risks of separate red and blue teams.
By creating continuously optimized identification, detection, and resilience from today’s dynamic threat landscape, UltraViolet Cyber provides both managed and custom-tailored unified security operations solutions to the Fortune 500, Federal Government, and Commercial clients. UltraViolet Cyber is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with global offices across the U.S. and in India.
The ISSO will serve as the RMF and compliance lead supporting Assessment & Authorization (A&A), documentation, and control implementation for our Federal customer's systems within a Zero Trust environment. The individual is expected to be onsite and support onsite meetings in Washington DC as they arise.
US Citizenship is required, with ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and maintain RMF A&A packages and artifacts (e.g., SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs)
- Support ISSO functions across system lifecycle phases
- Map security controls (NIST 800-53) and support audits or inspections
- Coordinate with engineering teams to validate compliance and security baselines
- Maintain FISMA inventory and documentation within GRC tools (e.g., Xacta 360)
- Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
- Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.
- Respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
- Year-round tracking, reporting, and providing recommendations on Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
- Maintenance of Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) inventory records in Xacta360 app/tool.
What You Have:
- 5+ Years of total Security Compliance experiance
- 3+ years of RMF experience in Microsoft GCC/GCC-H or similar environments
- Deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, and ATO processes
- Experience authoring and maintaining compliance documentation
- Familiarity with GRC tools (Xacta, Archer, etc.)
- Excellent writing, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills
What We Offer:
- 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
- Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
- Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
- 11 Paid Holidays Annually
$115,000 - $135,000 a year
We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this position. We know your time is valuable.
UltraViolet Cyber welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
If you want to make an impact, UltraViolet Cyber is the place for you!
