w2- Senior Information Systems Security Officer

Hello There,

My name is Amit Kumar , and I serve as the Sr. Technical Recruiter at Kanak-IT INC. I am reaching out to share an excellent career opportunity for the role of " Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)" with our esteemed client. If you are interested then please share your updated resume at Amitkumar@kanakits.com .

Job Title : Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Location : Onsite, South Carolina (Onsite, 5 days / week)

Contract Duration : 12 Months (possibility of extension)

Interview Process : 1 round, Virtual / Online

Residency Requirement : Candidate must be a SC resident or willing to relocate at own expense prior to start

Dress Code : Business Casual (occasionally more formal)

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to lead security, risk, and compliance activities in support of ongoing cybersecurity initiatives. This role will oversee the establishment, implementation, and enhancement of information systems security and compliance efforts aligned with federal and state regulatory guidance (FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, HIPAA).

The ideal candidate is a motivated, results-oriented professional with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating with leadership, business units, and vendors.

Daily Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in day-to-day security and compliance requirements for complex information systems.
• Develop and maintain RMF / A&A artifacts including SSPs, PIAs, ISAs, CMAs, and related documentation.
• Perform architectural reviews and risk analysis of security-related requests (network design, firewall rules, vulnerability management, etc.).
• Audit and assess internal systems and partner / vendor security controls.
• Document and report findings using tools such as Microsoft Office, Archer eGRC, Bizagi, Atlassian, and System Center Service Manager.
• Review contracts, BAAs, and data-sharing agreements for compliance.
• Serve as primary point of contact for third-party audits and assessments.
• Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Required Skills

Preferred Skills