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Classified Cyber Security Stf

Huntsville, Alabama

Huntsville, Alabama

Responsibilities

Job ID: 726698BR Date posted: May. 03, 2026
Description:What We’re Doing:
Lockheed Martin is a cybersecurity pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing employees are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds’ hardest engineering problems.

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future!
The Work:
We are looking for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) who will support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in developing, maintaining and overseeing the cybersecurity of assigned classified systems at our Huntsville, Alabama location.
• You will have a direct impact to national security, ultimately contributing to protecting your loved ones – this is dynamic, gratifying and impactful work!
• You will have the opportunity to engage in all aspects of the cyber discipline within our large organization & portfolio, often getting exposure to many projects
• Coordinating and managing interactions with government partners to facilitate and maintain 100% active status of all Authorizations to Operate.
• Overseeing technical administration of information system in accordance with internal LM and customer security requirements, primarily Risk Management Framework (RMF) to include Continuous Monitoring, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and Change Management.
• Developing and implementing government-approved information system security procedures and system security plans for the operation of networked and standalone classified systems.

• Overseeing and conducting risk assessments on cybersecurity architecture and perform comprehensive investigations of computer security incidents, collaborating with outside agencies as required.
• Working in a high paced environment driven by growing and ever-changing technical implementation requirements
Who we are:
Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to think big, perform with excellence and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Why Join Us:
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at work and home.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
We support our employees, so they can support our mission.
Basic Qualifications:
• Active Secret security clearance.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security, CND).
• Ability to work independently with leadership direction and able to build and maintain effective team and customer relationships.
• Strong technical root cause analysis skills with a track record of developing corrective actions, policies, and procedures to resolve discrepancies.
• Experience conducting risk and vulnerability assessments in line with applicable regulations, such as the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-53, and various DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Proven hands on experience with industry standard cybersecurity tools, including vulnerability scanners (e.g., Tenable), Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) and auditing platforms (e.g., Splunk), endpoint protection solutions (e.g., Trellix), and package submission tools (e.g., eMASS, XACTA)
Desired Skills:
• DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP+/SecurityX).
• In‑depth knowledge of the NISPOM and the DAAG.
• Familiarity with key security frameworks and guidelines, including the Joint Special Access Program (JSIG) Implementation Guide, CNSSI 1253, and NIST SP 800‑37 (Risk Management Framework)
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant discipline, supplemented by 8 + years of professional experience in the field.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Cyber Security
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

What does a successful Cyber Security employee at Lockheed Martin look like?
Check out the info below to see if you have what it takes.

  • Analytical

    Advancing technologies and out of the box thinking that enable cyber operations, resulting in inventing solutions that will keep us safe today and into the future.

  • Creative

    Natural curiosity is an absolutely essential trait. Curiosity leads to continual learning which allows you to stay one step ahead of the threat.

  • Curious

    The ability to anticipate hackers’ intent and disrupt their next move is key. Seeking out new weaknesses before they become weaknesses. Proactively learning and updating systems is how we stay ahead of the threat.

  • Proactive

    We have hard problems to solve and we look for people who thrive at solving them, who can see problems from both the defensive and offensive sides.

  • Problem Solver

    Whatever you know today could be different tomorrow as security is constantly changing. Possessing strong technical skills and intellectual depth along with a willingness to continually learn from others is important to adapt to and address the Advanced Persistent Threat.

  • Technologically savvy

    The ability to analyze and disseminate threat intelligence. The ability to analyze and address the root cause, learn from the attack and anticipate the hacker’s next move.

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Quote

“Cyber is the most exciting career field! Every day, there's new cyber threat information that we leverage to shape our courses of action when identifying, assessing, developing, integrating, and continuously evaluating the effectiveness of defensive measures.”

Dr. Dawn B., Senior Fellow

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs, funding for cyber certifications.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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