IDP Information Systems Security Officer

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• Department:** IDP Information Technology Center
• Campus Location:** Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
• Hire Type:** Full Time
• Pay:** Commensurate with experience
• Work Schedule:** Typically, 8am 5pm, Monday Friday. Evenings and

weekends may be required dependent upon business needs. The job is

performed in person and on-site in Wichita, KS.

• Export Compliance Requirement:**This position requires access to EAR

or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible

for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the

requirement of being a U.S. Citizen.

**Job Information**

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) plays a critical role in

securing and maintaining a classified information system supporting a

U.S. Federal Government program. Based on-site at Wichita State

Universitys main campus, this full-time role is responsible for

developing and managing the System Security Package (SSP), ensuring

compliance with Federal and DoD cybersecurity requirements, and

supporting the Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycle. The ISSO

collaborates closely with internal teams and government partners to

implement security controls, conduct system assessments, and ensure the

protection and proper handling of classified information. This position

requires eligibility under U.S. export control laws and the ability to

obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

**Job Summary**

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) is responsible for

developing, implementing, and maintaining the System Security Package

(SSP) and all associated documentation required to support an

Authorization to Operate (ATO) for a classified information system

supporting a U.S. Federal Government program. This role ensures the

system is built, configured, operated, and maintained in accordance with

applicable Federal and Department of Defense (DoD) security

requirements.

**Essential Functions**

Develops, maintains, and updates the System Security Package (SSP) and

all related documents required for an ATO.\

Implements and manages security controls in accordance with the Risk

Management Framework (RMF) for DoD and Federal Information Systems.\

Coordinates with the Information System Owner (ISO), Facility Security

Officer (FSO), and Government security representatives throughout the

ATO lifecycle.\

Conducts system security assessments, vulnerability remediation, and

continuous monitoring activities.\

Manages configuration control, change management, and security impact

analyses for the classified system(s).\

Ensures compliance with policies, directives, and standards.\

Supports classified system operations including accreditation, audits,

inspections, security testing, and system upgrades.\

Prepares and delivers required security documentation, incident reports,

POA&Ms, and system updates;\

Provides security guidance to internal and external partners and ensures

classified system activity complies with government policies for

protection, handling, and safeguarding of classified information.

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) years of related experience in information technology or

cybersecurity; every 30 hours of related college coursework may be

substituted for one (1) year of experience, up to four (4) years.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Experience supporting RMF, ATO processes, or classified information

systems (DoD, DOE, or IC environments).

• Familiarity with NIST SP 800 53 security controls and DoD/IC cyber

requirements.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Strong technical understanding of system administration, networks,

vulnerability management, and secure onfiguration.

• Excellent documentation, coordination, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with attention to

detail and compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an ISSO, ISSM, System Administrator, or Cybersecurity

Analyst on a classified system.

• Industry certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CAP, or other DoD

8570/8140 recognized credentials.

• Experience with SAP/SAR environments, SCGs, and classified facility

operations.

Preferred License/Certifications/Training

• Active or previous U.S. Government security clearance.

Physical Requirements Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.\

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but

not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.\

Ability to remain in a stationary position.\

Ability to interpret effectively, accurately and impartially, both

receptively and expressively.