Senior Information Systems Engineer (ISSO)

Frontier Technology Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•$100,000 - $163,000•Onsite

About The Position

FTI is a defense technology company seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the security of information systems used in defense missions. You will work with technical teams and program stakeholders to maintain security requirements, address risks, and protect the systems and information our customers depend on. You’ll join a team guided by FTI’s 4C’s: Core Values, Commitment, Compassion, and Charity. The ideal candidate brings technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to supporting secure operations while meeting mission needs. This position is based at the ENSCO location in Colorado Springs, CO. An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, Mathematics or a related technical field is desired.
6+ years of relevant experience
Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
Sec+ required
Experience working with DoD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) space system acquisition programs.
Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD / IC cybersecurity requirements, policies and best practices.
Experience with IT Security including requirements, architecture and design.
Must be U.S. citizens.

Responsibilities

Work on Defensive Cyber Operations for Space (DCO-S) providing expertise and support in network security engineering and/or integration of security products.
Ensure the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for the assigned IT.
Implement and enforce all AF cybersecurity policies, procedures, and countermeasures.
Complete and maintain required cybersecurity certification IAW AFMAN 17-1303.
Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances and need-to-know, complete annual cybersecurity training, and are aware of their responsibilities before being granted access to IT according to AFMAN 17-1301.
Maintain all authorized user access control documentation IAW the applicable AF Records Information Management System.
Ensure software, hardware, and firmware comply with appropriate security configuration guidelines (e.g., security technical implementation guides /security requirement guides).
Ensure proper configuration management procedures are followed prior to implementation and contingent upon necessary approval.
Coordinate changes or modifications with the system-level ISSM, SCA, and/or the Wing Cybersecurity office.
Initiate protective or corrective measures, in coordination with the ISSM, when a security incident or vulnerability is discovered.
Report security incidents or vulnerabilities to the system-level ISSM and wing cybersecurity office according to AFI 17-203, Cyber Incident Handling.
Initiate exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirement.
Ability to travel up to 10%.