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Information System Security Officer (Cybersecurity Technical Staff 3)
Information System Security Officer (Cybersecurity Technical Staff 3)Los Alamos National Laboratory • Los Alamos, NM
Information System Security Officer (Cybersecurity Technical Staff 3)

Information System Security Officer (Cybersecurity Technical Staff 3)

Los Alamos National Laboratory • Los Alamos, NM
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What You Will DoWe are seeking a Cybersecurity Technical Staff (CTS-3) professional to join Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). In this role, you will serve as the primary Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for high-impact DOE-IN or Strategic Partner systems operating in classified environments. You will be responsible for leading the full lifecycle of cybersecurity operations, including authorization, continuous monitoring, and the development of secure architecture for complex, classified systems.This position plays a critical role in protecting national security systems and ensuring compliance with federal and intelligence community cybersecurity frameworks. You will lead multidisciplinary technical teams, coordinate security engineering efforts, and drive implementation of effective cybersecurity practices across mission systems.
  • As a member of the Special Security IT & Cyber Operations (SSO-3) team, your responsibilities will include:
  • Serving as the primary ISSO for DOE-IN or Strategic Partner information systems.
  • Leading and managing System Security Plans (SSPs), Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, and related accreditation documentation.
  • Developing innovative cybersecurity solutions and strategies for threat and vulnerability mitigation.
  • Applying and enforcing NIST RMF, ICD 503, and JSIG standards across systems and projects.
  • Managing cyber incident response operations and post-event forensics in high-stakes environments.
  • Directing cybersecurity architecture planning and control implementation efforts.
  • Leading security architecture design reviews and contributing to enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy.
  • Conducting root cause analysis for security incidents and compliance gaps.
  • Providing mentorship and technical oversight to junior cybersecurity staff (CTS-1 and CTS-2).
  • Representing LANL cybersecurity requirements in interagency and stakeholder engagements.
  • Advising on policy development, governance, and tool evaluation for cybersecurity program improvements.
What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements:
  • Expert-level knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), ICD 503, JSIG, and related federal cybersecurity standards.
  • Proven ability to lead and execute cybersecurity programs supporting classified systems.
  • Experience developing and maintaining comprehensive authorization packages, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and ATO documentation.
  • Deep understanding of secure systems engineering and information assurance principles.
  • Mastery of vulnerability management, threat modeling, and enterprise cyber defense.
  • Experience conducting security assessments, compliance audits, and risk analysis.
  • Demonstrated leadership in incident response, risk communication, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and effectively manage competing priorities in high-consequence environments.
Education/Experience:Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems) and a minimum of 8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, advanced professional certification or postgraduate study may be expected.Desired Qualifications:
  • Cloud Security & AWS Expertise: Knowledge of secure deployment and operations in classified cloud environments, including AWS Classified Regions (Secret and Top Secret). Familiarity with C2E (Commercial Cloud Enterprise) architectures, compliance processes, and governance structures.
  • AWS Services & Automation: Experience using AWS security services (e.g., IAM, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, KMS) and infrastructure automation tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, or similar).
  • Secure Systems Integration: Knowledge of cross-domain solutions (CDS), multi-cloud integration, and data flow protections for classified workloads.
  • Cybersecurity Governance: Familiarity with DOE, DoD, and Intelligence Community (IC) cybersecurity directives and governance processes.
  • Leadership and Mentorship: Proven experience mentoring technical staff, leading teams, and managing cybersecurity projects in mission-critical environments.
  • Technical Innovation: Demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and deploy emerging cybersecurity tools and technologies.
  • Certifications: CISSP, CAP, CISM, or comparable professional cybersecurity certification preferred.
  • Clearance: Active DOE Q or DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Work Environment:Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management. Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
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