Computer and Information Systems Managers (Information Security Specialist) Intermediate

Nexagen Networks•Rock Island Arsenal, IL

10h•$100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

As the Information Systems Security Specialist , you will join a high-performing team dedicated to excellence, compliance, and mission-critical cybersecurity support. At Nexagen, you will play a key role in safeguarding Army information systems by leading RMF governance, implementing security policies, and overseeing continuous monitoring. With outstanding benefits and strong growth opportunities, you will thrive in a collaborative environment focused on protecting national security missions. Nexagen Networks is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Specialist to Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming. The Specialist would use current information security technology disciplines and practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate information assets in accordance with established standards and procedures. The Security Specialist would develop and maintain a knowledge base on the changing regulatory, threat, and technology landscapes to continually refine security policies and standards and ensure compliance throughout the organization.

Requirements

BA/BS with 5+ years of relevant experience, o r AA with 7+ year s of relevant experience
Security+ (required)

Nice To Haves

IAM Level II certification (Preferred)
CISSP (preferred)
CAP, GSLC, or CISM (acceptable alternatives)

Responsibilities

Manage the implementation and maintenance of the Risk Management Framework process through the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
Develop and implement Systems Security Plans (SSP), Standing Operating Procedures (SOP), information security policies, and required bodies of evidence, as necessary, to ensure compliance with RMF guidelines.
Ensure the development and implementation of an effective information systems security education, training, and awareness program (SETA).
Oversee compliance of security settings for operating systems, including Windows, Linux, etc., on all information systems within the accreditation boundary.
Ensure proper measures are taken when an information system incident or vulnerability is discovered.
Manage and execute the information security continuous monitoring program.
Ensure configuration management policies and procedures for authorizing the use of hardware/software on an information system are followed, and assess changes to the system, its environment, and operational needs that could affect the security authorization.
Maintain required information security certifications (CISSP, Security+, etc.).