--- title: 'Information System Security Officer (ISSO) at Contact Government Services, LLC' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/information-system-security-officer-isso-contact-government-services-llc-tampa-zytn1a05eya4' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-14' --- # Information System Security Officer (ISSO) at Contact Government Services, LLC - **Company:** Contact Government Services, LLC - **Location:** Tampa, FL - **Compensation:** $120k–$200k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-02-10 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/cgsfederal/7988affe-213c-499d-9e5f-b4e5b2398716 ## Job description Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Administrative and Logistics Support As a FSR ISSO, you will be embedded on-site with U.S. Government customers to ensure the secure, compliant operation of a production-grade data and application platform used in mission-critical environments. You will serve as the primary authority for system security and compliance—working hands-on with live systems while partnering closely with engineers, operators, and customer security teams. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: - Act as the primary on-site point of contact for security and compliance requirements across one or more U.S. Government customers. - Support system accreditation and authorization activities using frameworks such as RMF or DIACAP. - Collaborate with software, systems, and field engineers to ensure required security controls, configurations, and policies are correctly implemented. - Analyze deployed software implementations and assess alignment with applicable security requirements. - Build, standardize, and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, control narratives, and supporting artifacts. - Generate, validate, and organize evidence of compliance once security settings are applied. - Assemble accreditation artifacts into a structured, auditable repository. - Support audits, assessments, and ongoing compliance activities throughout the system lifecycle. - Maintain the ongoing security and trust of customers through hands-on system access and coordination with engineering and operations teams. - Support software operating across AWS, Azure, on-premises, and at multiple classification levels. - Operate in environments where the platform, threat landscape, and operational needs are continuously evolving. Qualifications: - Background in systems administration, software development, systems engineering, or deep familiarity with Linux-based systems. - Experience accrediting IT systems against U.S. Government standards such as NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DISA STIGs. - Hands-on experience supporting accreditation using eMASS or Xacta. - Experience collaborating with engineering teams to implement and validate security configurations. - Understanding of configuration management and automation tools (e.g., Puppet, Terraform, CloudFormation, Chef, Ansible). - Comfort using version control systems such as Git. - Ability to independently use vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus and OpenSCAP. - Experience working in cloud and on-premises environments, including AWS. - Strong ability to produce clear, concise technical documentation, stay organized, and maintain attention to detail. - Curiosity, critical thinking, and the ability to evaluate real-world implementations against formal security requirements. - Active TS/SCI Clearance or Eligibility Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past nine years, we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. - Health, Dental, and Vision - Life Insurance - 401k - Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) - Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com ## About Contact Government Services, LLC ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Contact Government Services (CGS) delivers technology, staffing, and consulting solutions to help U.S. federal agencies modernize and streamline operations. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Washington, District of Columbia, United States - **Founded**: Not publicly disclosed (the company references a 7-year history of government contracting as of its website content, suggesting formation around 2017) - **Founders**: Not publicly listed; key executives include Anthony Miller (Partner, CEO) and Brian York (Partner, COO) ## Core Business - Primary industry: Government Relations Services / Federal Contracting - Target customers: U.S. federal government agencies (B2G) - Mission: “Simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources” — combining cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to solve complex public-sector challenges ## Products & Services - **Staffing**: Full-time, part-time, contract, and temp placements for legal, IT, software engineering, document review, data management, network management, help desk, and project management roles. - **Technology Solutions**: Cloud services, data processing & hosting, IT infrastructure & operations, software development, eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Veritas, Relativity), and cybersecurity (ISO 27001 certified). - **Consulting & Project Management**: Agile project management, business process design, analytics/dashboarding, and strategic advisory for government modernization. - **Training & Support**: Custom training programs and ongoing technical support for deployed solutions. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Headcount of 46 employees (+119% year-over-year); active job postings exceed 3,900 (+2,452% year-over-year), signaling rapid scaling. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Sister company Contact Discovery Services LLC; strategic partnerships with technology vendors (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS, ServiceNow, Veritas). No external funding rounds publicly reported. - **Growth Signals**: Massive surge in hiring (3,905 open positions), strong LinkedIn follower growth (+69.8% yearly to 169K), and expansion into multiple office locations (Washington, DC; San Francisco, CA; remote/hybrid roles). ## Competitive Advantages - **Government-First Focus**: Entirely dedicated to federal contracting, with deep understanding of agency compliance, security requirements, and procurement processes. - **ISO 27001 Certification**: Demonstrated commitment to information security management, a critical differentiator for government work. - **Bicoastal Presence**: Headquarters in Washington, DC (proximity to federal clients) and a San Francisco office (access to tech talent and innovation). - **Integrated Service Model**: Offers a full spectrum from staffing to technology implementation and project management, providing end-to-end solutions. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling Rapidly**: Aggressively hiring across IT, legal, and consulting roles to meet growing government demand. - **Technology Modernization**: Helping agencies replace legacy systems with cloud, automation, and data-driven solutions. - **eDiscovery & Legal Services**: Expanding its strong foothold in electronic discovery and document review through its partnership with Contact Discovery Services. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-Driven Culture**: Employees work on meaningful problems that directly improve government efficiency and public service. - **Growth Opportunities**: With explosive headcount and job posting growth, early hires have significant room for advancement. - **Benefits Package**: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays. - **Work Arrangements**: Mix of on-site (primarily DC), hybrid, and remote roles depending on the position; recent postings include remote-friendly options. - **Engineering & Tech Culture**: Emphasis on cutting-edge tools (cloud, AI, automation) and agile methodologies, appealing to technologists who want to apply their skills in the public sector. ## Sources 1. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/contact-government-services-cgs) 2. [CGS Federal About Page](https://cgsfederal.com/about/) 3. [CGS Federal Careers Page](https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/) 4. [CGS Federal Staffing Page](https://cgsfederal.com/staffing/) 5. 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