Cyber Security Architect

Scientific Research Corporation • San Angelo, TX

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About The Position

Supporting USMC Program of Record (POR) systems, NSA risk management framework coordination for USMC POR systems, and enterprise management office reciprocity actions. This role involves leading ISSO/ISSM training. Filling this position is contingent upon funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or completion of formal Military/DOD cyber, information assurance, or information systems security training
• 14 plus years experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or directly related roles, with at least five years in a lead or ISSO capacity supporting Department of Defense (DoD) systems
• Demonstrated, direct experience as lead Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for U.S. Marine Corps Programs of Record (PoR) Security System Plans (SSP)
• Hands-on experience leading and coordinating implementation of the National Security Agency (NSA) Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance and accreditation processes for TCAC systems, including submission, tracking, and resolution of Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) items
• Demonstrated experience leading EMO Reciprocity actions, including preparation of documentation, evidence, and coordination with DoD and external cyber authorities
• Proven experience developing and delivering ISSO/ISSM training modules, course materials, and hands-on instruction for new and existing staff
• Possess CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or higher certification

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience as ISSO or ISSM for TCAC, TSCS, or similar USMC/DoD tactical SIGINT and C5ISR systems
• Demonstrated success leading RMF accreditation, reciprocity, and sustainment for multiple Programs of Record operating under NSA or DoD cyber authority
• Experience with automated patch management tools, vulnerability management, and STIG compliance processes within a classified environment

Responsibilities

• Supporting USMC Program of Record (POR) systems
• Supporting NSA risk management framework coordination for USMC POR systems
• Supporting enterprise management office reciprocity actions
• Leading ISSO/ISSM training
• Coordinating, executing, and reporting on all quarterly patch scans for DoD systems, including compliance verification and mitigation plan development
• Liaising with government stakeholders (NSA, EMO, DoD IG, etc.) regarding cyber compliance, training, and reporting requirements
• Developing, maintaining, and submitting system security plans (SSPs), security artifacts, and risk assessment documentation in support of Authority to Operate (ATO) processes

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• 401(k) with a company match
• life insurance
• vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service
• 11 paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior