Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III - Albuquerque, New Mexico

General Dynamics Information Technology•Lompoc, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III is responsible for maintaining the appropriate operational security posture of information systems and works closely with the ISSM and ISO. The role requires detailed knowledge and expertise in managing information system security, including day-to-day security operations. Duties include supporting physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. The ISSO monitors information systems and their operating environments, develops and updates authorization documentation, implements configuration management across authorization boundaries, assesses security impacts of changes, and makes recommendations to the ISSM. The position provides day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities, and performs ISSO duties for internal and external customers. The role is onsite, requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance, and includes 10–25% travel.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience.
At least 2 years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
Prior performance in a role such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or ISSO.
U.S. citizenship.
Top Secret/SCI clearance required to start; must be able to attain Top Secret/SCI with CI polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree in a related area plus 2 years of experience, or equivalent experience of 4 years.
IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire (examples include Security+ CE and CCNA Security).
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist the ISSM in meeting duties and responsibilities.
Prepare, review, and update authorization packages.
Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware and media.
Notify the ISSM of changes that may affect information system authorization determinations.
Conduct periodic reviews of information systems for compliance with their security authorization packages.
Coordinate hardware, software, or firmware changes with the ISSM and AO/DAO before changes are made.
Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning.
Keep information system security documentation current and accessible to authorized individuals.
Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented, including anomalies.
Attend technical and security training relevant to assigned duties.
Execute the cybersecurity portion of self-inspections, including security coordination and review of system assessment plans.
Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with implementing countermeasures.
Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.
Conduct continuous monitoring for assigned authorization boundaries.
Assist Department of Defense, National Agency, and contractor organizations with assessment and authorization efforts.

Benefits

401(k) with company match.
Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
Internal mobility team dedicated to career development.
Professional growth opportunities, including paid education and certifications.
Extra paid vacation and holidays.
Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental and vision plan options.
Flexible work weeks where possible.
Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.