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Remote Contractor Program Security Officer Jobs in Bethesda, MD

Softthink Solutions Inc

Senior ISSO

Washington, DC · Remote

$45 - $65/hr

Senior ISSO Location: Remote Work authorization: US Citizen Position Summary We are seeking experienced Senior Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) to support a Federal cybersecurity

CloseKnit MSO

Cybersecurity Officer (Remote)

Rockville, MD · On-site +1

$175K - $205K/yr

Description Locations: Rockville, MD Reports To: Chief Technology Officer Employment Type: Hybrid Remote About Closeknit Closeknit is a growing, patient-centered healthcare organization dedicated to

TSTC

Information Security Systems Officer

Ashburn, VA · On-site +1

$65K - $75K/yr

Who Are We? TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and defense agencies. Built upon our Total

TSTC

Information Security Systems Officer

Springfield, VA · On-site +1

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Who Are We? TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and defense agencies. Built upon our Total

TSTC

Information Security Systems Officer

Ashburn, VA · On-site +1

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Who Are We? TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and defense agencies. Built upon our Total

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How much do remote contractor program security officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote contractor program security officer in Bethesda, MD is $107,416.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $141,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Contractor Program Security Officer vs Remote Contractor Security Analyst?

AspectRemote Contractor Program Security OfficerRemote Contractor Security Analyst
CertificationsSecurity+, CISSP, CISMSecurity+, CEH, CISSP (preferred)
Work EnvironmentOversees security programs, policy implementation, risk managementAnalyzes security data, monitors threats, conducts assessments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in government, defense, large enterprisesCommon in IT, cybersecurity firms, corporate security teams

The Remote Contractor Program Security Officer focuses on managing security programs, policies, and risk mitigation, often in larger organizations or government sectors. In contrast, the Remote Contractor Security Analyst primarily monitors security systems, analyzes threats, and conducts assessments. Both roles require similar certifications and work in cybersecurity environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

Remote Contractor Program Security Officer jobs near you

Senior ISSO

Softthink Solutions Inc

Washington, DC • Remote

$45 - $65/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Senior ISSO
Location: Remote
Work authorization: US Citizen
Position Summary
We are seeking experienced Senior Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) to support a Federal cybersecurity program. The Senior ISSO will assist in implementing RMF, Continuous Monitoring, vulnerability management, security compliance, authorization activities, and audit readiness.
Responsibilities
  • Perform Information System Security Officer (ISSO) duties. 
  • Support RMF implementation and ongoing authorization. 
  • Conduct Continuous Monitoring (ConMon). 
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation tracking. 
  • Create and maintain POA&M documentation. 
  • Support security assessments and audits. 
  • Maintain authorization package documentation. 
  • Coordinate with System Owners, ISSM, and engineering teams. 
  • Maintain cybersecurity documentation using Government tools. 
  • Serve as Alternate Lead ISSO when required. 
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 
  • Experience supporting Federal cybersecurity programs. 
  • Experience with: 
    • RMF 
    • FISMA 
    • NIST 800-53 
    • Continuous Monitoring 
    • POA&M 
    • Vulnerability Management 
    • Security Documentation 
    • Audit Support 
Preferred Experience
Experience using:
  • CSAM 
  • ServiceNow 
  • Splunk 
  • Microsoft Defender 
  • Azure Government 
  • Microsoft 365 
  • Intune 
  • Tenable 
  • Qualys 
  • Okta 
  • Palo Alto 
  • Zscaler 
Preferred Certifications
  • Security+ 
  • CISSP 
  • CAP 
  • CISM 
GIAC certifications

This is a remote position.