Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Senior

BAE Systems • Huntsville, AL

242d • $118,504 - $201,457

About The Position

As a member of our team, you will join a diverse group of driven professionals who design the products and systems that support enhanced capabilities, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. With us, you will be able to make an impact while you hone your skills and grow in your career. BAE Systems is looking for a senior-level Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join a strong team supporting our government customer. This position will provide the ability to make a significant impact to the mission. The senior-level Information System Security Officer (ISSO) serves as the principal advisor to the Information System Owner (SO), Business Process Owner, and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) / Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of an information system. ISSOs are responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls. Directs and implements the necessary controls and procedures to cost-effectively protect information systems assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure, or destruction. Provides guidance and direction for the physical protection of information systems assets to other functional units. Provides reports to superiors regarding effectiveness of data security and makes recommendations for the adoption of new procedures. Assists with reviewing, developing, and navigating the system, team, and customer through the Authority to Operate (ATO) accreditation/certification documentation process. Performs network self-inspections. Creates new and edit existing documentation that forms the Authority to Operate (ATO) package to include the System Security Plan and IS contingency plan. Develops Plan of Action and Milestone (POAMs) from vulnerability data and enter into the system of record.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years' experience recommended.
• Possess and apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
• Plan and lead major technology assignments.
• Evaluate performance results and recommend major changes affecting project growth and success.
• Function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.
• May supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal advisor to the Information System Owner, Business Process Owner, and CISO/ISSM.
• Ensure the implementation and maintenance of security controls.
• Direct and implement necessary controls and procedures to protect information systems assets.
• Provide guidance for the physical protection of information systems assets.
• Report to superiors regarding effectiveness of data security.
• Assist with the Authority to Operate (ATO) accreditation/certification documentation process.
• Perform network self-inspections.
• Create and edit documentation for the ATO package, including the System Security Plan and IS contingency plan.
• Develop Plan of Action and Milestone (POAMs) from vulnerability data.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid military leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree