Job#: 3043676
Job Description:
Junior ISSO
Apex Systems is immediately hiring for a Junior ISSO with a government client in support of the Navy!
Position requires a currently active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) Security Clearance
If interested in applying, please email a copy of your updated resume AND CompTIA Security+ certification to Rich at [email protected]
Location: 100% on-site in Suitland, MD
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Core Business Hours
Pay Rate: $40-45/hour
Salary Conversion: $85k - $95k
Contract Duration: 6-month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity
Requirements:
Candidate must hold a currently active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) Security Clearance
Active CompTIA Security+ CE Certification
1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field
Knowledge of NAVINTEL ICD 503 Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation policies and directives
Knowledge of Department of the Navy (DON) cybersecurity policies and directives
Experience with automated cybersecurity assessment tools, including:
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
Center for Internet Security (CIS) Benchmarks
Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)
Retina
Experience supporting cybersecurity documentation, including Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) and RMF artifacts
Basic knowledge of cloud service models (Software as a Service, Platform as a Service, Infrastructure as a Service)
Basic knowledge of cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid, and community) and associated architectures
Ability to develop security control assessment procedures and test statements using Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools such as eMASS and Xacta
Professional Qualities:
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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Employee Type:
Contract
Location:
Suitland, MD, US
Job Type:
Date Posted:
July 23, 2026
Pay Range:
$40 - $45 per hour
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