MANTECH

Information System Security Officer

MANTECH  •  $112k - $187k/yr  •  Columbia, SC (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description


General information


Requisition #
R64834
Locations
USA-MD-Columbia
Posting Date
12/16/2025
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time


Description & Requirements


Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we’ve been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now—unleash your potential with MANTECH!

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career driven, and customer-focused Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team in Columbia, MD

You will play a critical role in supporting enterprise infrastructure capabilities for a global, mission-focused workforce. As an ISSO, you will work alongside customers, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and vendors to support the implementation and compliance of advanced EIT capabilities through Data Center & Compute Services. You will manage cybersecurity documentation, assess system vulnerabilities, and support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle in alignment with Sponsor policies.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Update and maintain hardware and software inventory records, including associated change logs
  • Support and coordinate Secure the Enterprise (STE) and Secure the Network (STN) activities
  • Review and address Xacta notices and ensure compliance documentation is accurate and current
  • Complete SEAR audit log records in accordance with Sponsor standards
  • Track, review, and resolve POAMs (Plan of Action and Milestones) related to IAVA/IAVAx findings
  • Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs) for both new and existing systems
  • Analyze vulnerability scan results and collaborate with system owners to implement remediation
  • Leverage sponsor tools such as Gatekeeper, Xacta, SEAR, and LatteArt in daily operations

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience OR 4 additional years of ISSO experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience with Xacta, LatteArt and other sponsor tools
  • Experience managing POAMs, performing audit log reviews, and maintaining secure system inventories
  • IAM I certification (DoD 8140 required upon start of employment. Acceptable certifications include CAP/CND/Cloud+/GSLC/Security + CE/HCISSP/CASP+CE/CISM/CISSP/ or CCISO)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of STE and STN processes and coordination
  • Experience with Gatekeeper, SEAR, SCANBOY
  • Experience with the Service Now (SNOW) platform

Clearance Requirements:

  • Must possess and maintain a current/active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, including delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.



The projected compensation range for this position is $112,400.00-$186,500.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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About MANTECH

MANTECH is more than a technology company. We are a company dedicated to service, and we consider our work a part of the public trust. The people of MANTECH are privileged to work for the security of the United States, the welfare of our service members and veterans, the protection of our communities, and the cause of better health care.

We have served the nation for more than 57 years, and in that time we have continually changed and grown to provide the technology that government needs to meet new challenges. We seek people with the same strong ethic of service, creativity, energy, and dedication to serving our country.

We are comprised of more than 9,800 talented employees around the world. Nearly 40% of our employees are veterans. Many others come from the Intelligence Community, Homeland Security and federal civilian agencies. We understand our customers’ challenges because we know their world firsthand.

When Federal managers and military leaders face tough challenges in cyber, data collection & analysis, enterprise IT or systems and software engineering, they turn to MANTECH to get the job done right. These professionals trust MANTECH and stay with us for years because we understand their needs and tackle their most complex challenges head on. They know that reaching their goal is our ultimate objective.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Herndon, Virginia
Year Founded
1968
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