Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Vets HiredCalifornia, United States
Posted January 15, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Vets Hired is a San Diego‑based nonprofit that champions the transition of women veterans and military spouses into the civilian workforce. By forging strategic partnerships with corporations, educational institutions, and defense agencies, the organization runs “Support Our Troops” resource and career fairs that connect more than 100 veteran‑friendly employers with job seekers. Its comprehensive suite of services—including skill assessment, resume writing, interview coaching, and family relocation support—empowers veterans and their families to secure meaningful employment and advance their careers. Vets Hired distinguishes itself through its focus on women veterans, its zero‑cost model for participants, and its proven track record of reducing veteran unemployment rates across the United States.
Job Description
This position supports information system security operations for complex C5ISR environments, ensuring systems comply with cybersecurity, authorization, and risk management requirements across their lifecycle.
Requirements
- Determine and document system security control requirements
- Implement and manage security controls within compliance and authorization tools
- Conduct annual security control reviews through testing, examination, and interviews
- Prepare, distribute, and maintain security plans, instructions, guidance, and SOPs for network and system operations
- Review, approve, or deny System Authorization Access Requests (SAARs), verify training requirements, and maintain required records
- Participate in removable media control and whitelisting programs
- Monitor and assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity safeguards to ensure adequate protection
- Support information security training and awareness initiatives
- Participate in security risk assessments as part of the Security Assessment and Authorization process
- Identify system-specific security requirements throughout all phases of the system lifecycle
Benefits
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance