Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

ASEC • CA

81d • $145,000 - $165,000

About The Position

As the Information System Security Officer, you will provide support to our government customer supporting a critical DoD program. The candidate will provide support for proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards, and methodologies. This position will be based at NAS Point Mugu, CA. Due to the classified nature of this work, this position is not eligible for remote or telework.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Engineering, or a related, technical area of study preferred. Without a bachelor's degree, 10 years of experience as an ISSO will be required.
• At least 5 years of experience in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (IA/CS).
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) DODI 8510.01.
• Knowledge of security controls and implementation delineated in Committee of National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).
• Experience performing vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), and SCAP Compliance Checker.
• Experience implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with DISA approved Security Technical Implementation Guides.
• Experience performing security control continuous monitoring, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
• Knowledge of Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
• Knowledge of the Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, DoD 5205.07, and DOD 5205.07-M Volumes 1-4, Special Access Program (SAP) Policy, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proactive approach to work with the ability to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies.
• Conducting vulnerability assessments using automated benchmarks and tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker.
• Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Performing security control continuous monitoring, reviewing system security plans and associated artifacts, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
• Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
• Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
• Providing guidance of cross-functional cybersecurity efforts ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and milestones.
• Collaborating on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions, including SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, and Knowledge Articles.
• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential threats to satellite communication infrastructures.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned
• Thriving employee culture
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401K match
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees