Job Description

Information Security System Officer (ISSO)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the ADAS/AD toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stack to help customers build intelligent systems, create next-generation experiences, and shorten time to market. 18 of the top 20 global automakers trust Applied Intuition’s solutions to drive the production of modern vehicles. Applied Intuition serves the automotive, trucking, construction, mining, agriculture, and defense industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI, Washington, D.C., Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to oversee and maintain the security of our information systems. The ISSO will require Special Access Program access-- SAP experience is highly desired with at a minimum Secret Clearance. Interacts with agencies such as DARPA, DCSA, OSI PJ, continuous review of EMASS/Program packages, setting up and managing our computer networks, and completing audits. Maintains compliance of accredited information systems based on federal and DoD security standards and creates and maintains the System Security Plans (SSP) and associated documentation.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Implement and maintain security controls as directed by the Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
• Serve as the primary liaison with Government agencies for security matters and authorization processes
• Coordinate with external auditors and assessors during security evaluations and audits
• Perform regular vulnerability scanning, security assessments, and compliance checks to ensure system security
• Monitor system logs, investigate potential security incidents, and implement remediation measures
• Conduct security impact analyses for system changes and assist in developing security documentation
• Provide direct security support to project teams and customers
• Facilitate routine security awareness training
• Perform user access reviews and manage access control implementation to maintain system integrity

We're looking for someone who has:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on security experience in Government contracting environments
• DoD 8140/8570 IAM level II (Security+ Certification, condition of employment)
• Proven experience implementing NIST 800-171 security controls
• Proven experience implementing NIST 800-53 security controls and preparing ATO packages
• Strong understanding of network security principles, system hardening techniques, and vulnerability management
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and security logging/monitoring
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Travel Requirements:

• Willing to travel for company business as company/customer requires. (~10%)

Security Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have an active DoD security clearance (minimum Secret, prefer Top Secret)

Nice to have:

• CISSP certification
• Experience with AWS GovCloud
• Experience with cloud security tools (e.g. Wiz)
• Familiarity with cloud security best practices and controls (FedRAMP)
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks and compliance standards

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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