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Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Supports the ISSM in maintaining the security posture of an information system day to day — the officer-level counterpart to the security manager role.

Also seen as: ISSO, ISSO/IAO

Baseline certifications for this role

These certifications are accepted foundational options for the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) work role in our seed mapping. Open a cert for full detail, or jump straight to exam-ready practice.

Proficiency levels — what changes

Often aligned by components to a management or cybersecurity work role; confirm the specific DCWF coding for your position with your component.

Basic

Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the work role's tasks. Entry-level qualification options apply.

Intermediate

Contributes to and applies the work role's tasks with growing independence.

Advanced

Develops, reviews, and approves the work role's tasks. A cascading rule applies: an option that qualifies at a higher proficiency level also qualifies at the lower levels.

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) & DoD 8140 — FAQ

Does an ISSO fall under 8140, and what cert is needed?
Yes — ISSO duties are cyber workforce duties under 8140, but ISSO is not a single fixed DCWF code; components align it to a management or cybersecurity work role and proficiency level, which then determines the accepted certifications (commonly Security+, CISSP, or CISM). Confirm your position's coding with your component.