FTI is a defense technology company seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the security of information systems used in defense missions. You will work with technical teams and program stakeholders to maintain security requirements, address risks, and protect the systems and information our customers depend on. You’ll join a team guided by FTI’s 4C’s: Core Values, Commitment, Compassion, and Charity. The ideal candidate brings technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to supporting secure operations while meeting mission needs.
This position is based at the ENSCO location in Colorado Springs, CO. An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access is required.
ResponsibilitiesThe Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will work on Defensive Cyber Operations for Space (DCO-S) providing expertise and support in network security engineering and/or integration of security products. This is a fast-paced and highly challenging position where you will be a member of a team. The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for the assigned IT. This includes the following activities related to maintaining situational awareness and initiating actions to improve or restore cybersecurity posture.
The ISSO:
- Implements and enforce all AF cybersecurity policies, procedures, and countermeasures.
- Completes and maintains required cybersecurity certification IAW AFMAN 17-1303 Individuals in this position must be U.S. citizens.
- Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances and need-to-know, complete annual cybersecurity training, and are aware of their responsibilities before being granted access to IT according to AFMAN 17-1301.
- Maintains all authorized user access control documentation IAW the applicable AF Records Information Management System.
- Ensures software, hardware, and firmware comply with appropriate security configuration guidelines (e.g., security technical implementation guides /security requirement guides).
- Ensure proper configuration management procedures are followed prior to implementation and contingent upon necessary approval.
- Coordinate changes or modifications with the system-level ISSM, SCA, and/or the Wing Cybersecurity office.
- Initiate protective or corrective measures, in coordination with the ISSM, when a security incident or vulnerability is discovered.
- Reports security incidents or vulnerabilities to the system-level ISSM and wing cybersecurity office according to AFI 17-203, Cyber Incident Handling.
- Initiates exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirement.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, Mathematics or a related technical field is desired.
- 6+ years of relevant experience
- Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
- Sec+ required
- Experience working with DoD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) space system acquisition programs.
- Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD / IC cybersecurity requirements, policies and best practices.
- Experience with IT Security including requirements, architecture and design.
For this role, the annual compensation range for candidates in Colorado is $100K-$163K. Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience. FTI has a location-based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in other locations.
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Skills Required
- 6+ years of relevant experience
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access
- Security+ certification
- U.S. citizenship
- Experience working with DoD and/or Intelligence Community space system acquisition programs
- Understanding of Risk Management Framework and DoD/IC cybersecurity requirements, policies, and best practices
- Experience with IT security requirements, architecture, and design
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field
FTI Defense Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — The package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage plus life and AD&D insurance, indicating comprehensive core protection. Additional options such as FSAs and disability coverage further reinforce health-related support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible PTO plus jury duty, bereavement, military leave, and short- and long-term disability are explicitly offered. This breadth supports time away for both planned rest and major life events.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching is part of the stated total rewards. The program is positioned as competitively benchmarked, signaling attention to long-term savings.
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FTI Defense provides the technology and deep data expertise to drive the best defense and intelligence solutions. Our subject matter experts, deep knowledge of domain and mission requirements, close customer collaboration, and extensive technology portfolio mean we can be mission-ready in a matter of weeks at a fraction of the cost and our customers own their data, all to enhance the ability of our customers to make the best decisions possible in support of their missions. Working here means you bring your intelligence, integrity, and ideas to make a positive impact. By collaborating on teams united by trust and respect, we create an environment where it is safe to offer your ideas and your contributions are seen and heard. Our strong moral compass and warm culture help us attract and retain high performing, cleared teammates who maintain deep subject matter expertise across all areas of importance to our customers. Integrity, commitment, compassion and charity act as the North Star for everything we do - and we do it all for the people who safeguard our nation, each other, and the children, veterans and underserved in our communities. Join us and make a positive impact on our company, our customers, our communities – and your career.
