Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Information Systems Security Officer

Moog · Buffalo, NY

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:

Information Systems Security Officer

Reporting To:

Director, Grp IT

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog is looking for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the Information Security Manager in the operation, accreditation, maintenance, and auditing of Information Systems (IS) used to process classified information and ensure the operational security posture is maintained in accordance with the system security plans and governing policies (i.e. - DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual – DAAPM and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual – NISPOM Rule - 32 CFR part 117).

This role sits at our headquarters in East Aurora, NY and has a on-site work schedule.

To be considered for this role, here’s what you need to bring with you…

  • A bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Information Systems, or related field is preferred. 

  • A two-year IT related degree with four (4) additional years of related experience can be considered in lieu of a formal bachelor’s degree.

  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Information Assurance.

  • Knowledge of policies such as DAAPM, NISPOM Rule, JSIG, ICD 503, RMF, and NIST Special Publications.

  • Proficiency with using vulnerability scanning, auditing, SIEM, DLP, and hardening tools such as Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), USB Device Control, STIGs, Windows GPOs (importing, testing, implementing, modifying, exporting), and PowerShell scripts for automated and routine tasks.

  • Proficiency with performing data transfers and knowledge of data transfer procedures.

  • Appropriate US Security Clearance (Secret/Top Secret) or be able to meet the requirements to attain and maintain a clearance.

  • COMSEC-related experience is a plus.

As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), here’s what you will do on a daily basis…

  • Prepare, update, and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation such as, but not limited to, Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, System Security Plans (SSP), Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), Standard Operating Processes (SOP), and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) for all classified networks and systems.

  • Perform regular auditing, updating, and continuous monitoring of the bootable Information Systems (IS) to ensure the security controls are implemented & maintained in accordance with RMF/ATO.

  • Maintain complete inventory of IS including software and peripheral hardware.  

  • Assist Data Transfer Agents (DTA) and Facility Security Officer (FSO) to perform file transfers using removable media in accordance with the Assured File Transfer (AFT) policy and procedures.

  • Coordinate with the ISSM, the Security Control Assessor (SCA), and the Authorizing Official (AO) for all Configuration Management (CM) changes and modifications to the IS software and hardware.

  • Identify and assess device classification risks and determine appropriate risk mitigation safeguards to maintain security posture.

  • Schedule, perform, and maintain records of required IS auditing, patching, maintenance, configuration management changes, and scanning based on evolving threat/vulnerabilities and customer compliance requirements.

  • Work with System Administrators (SA) in configuring and maintaining IT components and infrastructure to comply with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and DoD cyber security requirements.

  • Ensure ISs are operated, maintained, and properly disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures.

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $80,000.00–$115,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran 

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.