Information System Security Officer
Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)
Base salary $120,800 to $265,800
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Chantilly, VA
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- LocationChantilly, VA
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
As an Information System Security Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining operational security posture for the information system, support security authorization activities in compliance with the sponsor's policy and develop/maintain procedures to perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation. As a Subject Matter Expert, assist and guide development teams implementing SecOps and IRM/CAM processes.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
• Prepare and review documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs)
• Review and develop Automated Information System (AIS) accreditation/certification support documentation
• Notify the customer when changes occur that might affect AIS accreditation/certification
• Perform system and network self-inspections
• Provide security coordination and review on all system test plans
• Perform continuous monitoring of automated vulnerability detection scan results and track the engineering efforts to remediate/address vulnerabilities
• Attend system technical exchange meetings
• Identify AIS vulnerabilities and implementing countermeasures
• Represent the customer on various technical review teams
• Conduct security surveys at subordinate facilities and gathering pertinent security documentation for inclusion into system accreditation packages
• Coordinate, prepare, and track AIS inspections, reports, and responses
• Maintain AIS security records
• Advise on network nodes operating in subordinate government and contractor facilities and receiving direction from the government PSO
• May provide work leadership for lower-level employees and customer
• Assist and support migration effort for SecOps and IRM/CAM processes to new tools
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and stakeholders, translating security requirements into actionable user stories
• Support security authorization activities including Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and continuous ATO modernization initiatives
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 10 years of related experience
• Sec+ or any level II DoD 8570 compliant cert
• Experience with network and information system security principles and test practices
• Familiarity with cloud computing
• Previous experience controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (upload/download) between information systems at varying classification levels
• Build rapport with military, civilian, and contractors at all levels
• Familiarity with applicable IC, DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to IT, IA, and IM
• Excellent communications skills including verbal and written
• Experience using Microsoft Office products
• Comfortable working with users and customers, preparing and providing briefings for related to security initiatives
Desired Qualifications:
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification
• Exposure to projects using an Agile development approach
• Experience leading mid to large security initiatives and managing small teams
• Experience with Confluence
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$120,800 - $265,800CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
Source: CACI on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($120,800) is above 32% of the 184 IT & Security roles in Virginia listed on this site; 3 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $132,000; the middle half runs from $113,200 to $159,300.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingInformation System Security Officer$120,800 to $265,800
Lead Data Architect$120,800 to $265,800
Network Security Engineer$120,800 to $265,800
Senior Network Security Engineer$120,800 to $265,800
Linux Systems Administrator$120,800 to $265,800
Test Engineer (SME)$120,800 to $265,800
Senior Network Engineer$120,800 to $265,800
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Information System Security Officer (this listing) | $120,800 - $265,800 |
| Lead Data Architect | $120,800 - $265,800 |
| Network Security Engineer | $120,800 - $265,800 |
| Senior Network Security Engineer | $120,800 - $265,800 |
| Linux Systems Administrator | $120,800 - $265,800 |
| Test Engineer (SME) | $120,800 - $265,800 |
| Senior Network Engineer | $120,800 - $265,800 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-14
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Chantilly, VA, US
$120,800 - $265,800
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What we verified
- The pay figures come from the employer's own listing, quoted exactly above.
- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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