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Senior Information Systems Security Officer - ISSO

Two Six Technologies logoTwo Six Technologies$160,000–$220,000/yrHerndon, Virginia, United StatesPosted 1w ago

At its midpoint, $190k/yr, this role pays more than the $176k/yr midpoint for Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) openings today (usual band $154k–$322k/yr).

The full posting

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Two Six Technologies is growing, and we are looking for a full-time Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a vital role in our Corporate team. You will be responsible for assisting the Information System Security Manager in ensuring compliance for assigned classified programs. You will need to have experience working within the IC and have worked with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503 requirements and NIST 800-53 controls.

The ideal candidate will need to work well within a team environment but accomplish tasks independently, have solid attention to detail, strong analytical and critical problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.

The environments you will work in include Windows 10/11, Active Directory/Group Policy, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Ubuntu Linux, VMWare vSphere / ESXi, etc.

The position will be based out of our Herndon, VA office with potential local travel to our other sites.****What You Will Do

  • Work with the Corporate ISSM and CSO to build, architect and accredit classified information systems.
  • Responsible for achieving accreditation and maintaining compliance for the Herndon program.
  • Responsible for being the information security liaison between the program, customer and the security team.
  • Play a vital role in the RMF process serving as an advisor to the ISSM.
  • Complete STIG checklists and POA&Ms as required.
  • Review all data transfers to information systems.
  • Perform weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly audits for all assigned accredited systems.
  • Conduct Continuous Monitoring activities as required per customer requirements.
  • Responsible for creating new and maintaining existing policies.

What You Will Need

  • 5+ years of experience working within a classified environment as an ISSO
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or related degrees or advanced professional industry certifications can be substituted
  • Required to have an 8140 certification such as Security+, GCISP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+, CISM, CISSP, etc.
  • Working knowledge of tools such as Splunk, SNOW (ServiceNOW), and Talon
  • Have working knowledge of government regulations such as the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, etc.
  • Advanced understanding of security compliance matrix

What We Would Like

  • Operating System certifications such as LPIC, Linux+, RHCSA, Microsoft Administrator certifications, etc.
  • Working experience in mainly Windows and some experience with Linux environment
  • Active TS/SCI w/Poly

Security Clearance Required

  • Active TS/SCI with eligibility for Poly

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range

$160,000 - $220,000 USD

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Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy and the EEO Poster .

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Text as Two Six Technologies published it; last compared with the original on 11 Nov 2026.

The application

Your details and CV, then 12 questions.

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  3. 3.
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    Desired SalaryPick one (12 options)
  5. 5.
    Are you eligible for a DoD security clearance?Yes or no
  6. 6.
    Security ClearancePick one (8 options)
  7. 7.
    Are you currently bound by any non-compete or employment agreement?Pick one: Yes · No · Unsure
  8. 8.
    Are you a current or former direct employee of any government institutions (including any governmental entities at the federal/national, state/provincial, and local levels and including publicly funded institutions)?Pick one: No, I was never a government employee · Yes, I am a former government employee · Yes, I am a current government employee
  9. 9.
    Have you worked for Two Six Technologies or an affiliate in the past? If so, please provide the name of the team you supported and dates of employment.Short answer
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    Please provide your Legal NameShort answer
  11. 11.
    Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?Yes or no
  12. 12.
    Do you now, or will you in the future, require company sponsorship for an employment visa? (e.g. H-1B, E-3, TN status)Yes or no

Taken from Two Six Technologies's application form as it stood on 11 Nov 2026.

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