Attalon / Location Overview
This role supports our Philadelphia Aerospace & Defense operations, providing critical IT and cybersecurity oversight for classified environments. The position plays a key role in ensuring secure, compliant, and resilient technology operations across one or more West Region sites.
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) / Site IT Administrator
Job Details
This position is responsible for the setup, management, and compliance of classified computing infrastructure, as well as day-to-day IT support for local business users. The role ensures classified systems meet stringent security standards, maintains compliance with DOD cybersecurity requirements, and provides hands-on support for all site-specific IT systems including networks, servers, telecom, and end-user devices. Based in Philadelphia, this role also collaborates with regional A&D sites and Corporate IT to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions.
Responsibilities
• Serve as the site Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), maintaining the operational security posture for classified computing and network systems.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, NIST, CMMC, DFAR, and DOD regulations through audits, documentation, and continuous monitoring.
• Develop and maintain system authorization documents, configuration baselines, vulnerability assessments, and investigation records.
• Coordinate security efforts with the Facility Security Officer (FSO), Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO), and external DCMA Authorizing Officer.
• Deploy, administer, maintain, and support site IT systems including servers, desktops/laptops, manufacturing equipment, network infrastructure, and telecom.
• Provision new IT infrastructure to meet local business requirements and ensure secure system configuration, operation, and disposal.
• Perform system administration including user account management, backups, patching, and recovery validation.
• Provide desktop and manufacturing systems support including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation including operating procedures, network diagrams, and configuration records.
• Assist other A&D sites with support needs and collaborate with Corporate IT on global infrastructure services (WAN, VOIP, video, cloud platforms).
• Maintain licensing compliance, asset inventory, vendor coordination, and software/hardware recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications
• U.S. Citizenship and active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• AA degree in Computer Technology or related field, or certification from an accredited technical trade school.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Information Technology.
• Experience with installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of network, telecom, server, desktop, and manufacturing computing systems.
• Knowledge of Windows desktop and server environments, Cisco networking, telecommunications tools, and network management systems.
• Experience working with CMMC, SOX, and DFAR compliance frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and communicate effectively with end-users and leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
• BS degree in Information Systems or related field.
• Relevant certifications including A+, Network+, Microsoft MCSP, ITIL Foundations.
• Completion of ISSM training as outlined by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency A&A Process Manual.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience supporting IT systems within manufacturing environments and Aerospace & Defense organizations.
