Information Systems Security Officer

MANTECH•Lompoc, CA

1d•$91,600 - $153,800•Onsite

About The Position

Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH! MANTECH seeks a motivated, career, and customer-oriented Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - I to join our team in the Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA area. In this role, you will provide critical day-to-day security support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities supporting SSC and AFSPC mission areas.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of related experience.
Minimum 1 year of Special Access Program (SAP) related experience.
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for information Assurance Technician Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire (i.e., Security Plus CE, CCNA-Security; CySA+)
Active DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Completion of training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
US Citizenship is required.
Candidate must be eligible for access to Special Access Programs.
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ICDs, JAFANs, DoD Manuals, and associated security policy documents.
Experience working effectively in dynamic environments with DoD, military, civilian, and industry partners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Responsibilities

Review, prepare, and update AIS accreditation packages and Body of Evidence documentation.
Perform AIS self-inspections, conduct security surveys, and provide security review of system test plans.
Identify AIS vulnerabilities, implement countermeasures, and track inspection responses.
Maintain AIS security records, system baselines, and Co-Utilization Agreements for network nodes.
Ensure AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of per security policies.
Assist Department of Defense and contractor organizations with certification and accreditation efforts.
Conduct and track AIS security training for organizational personnel.