Senior Information System Security Officer

Teledyne Technologies • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

The Senior Information System Security Officer (Sr. ISSO) assists with preparing, developing, and maintaining specialized information systems security plans used to obtain or retain DCSA accreditation. The role provides day-to-day technical support to classified information systems and helps ensure compliance with company and government security requirements and best practices.

The Sr. ISSO works with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) and System Administrators (SAs) to maintain system security, prepare configurations for ISSM certification and DCSA accreditation or assessment, implement and validate security controls, and safeguard classified materials, documents, and equipment. The position also supports security training, spill response, and investigations of information system security violations. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as computer science, information systems, engineering, or another technical discipline involving information systems.
• 15 or more years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Windows desktop and server operating systems, Red Hat Linux operating systems, and their peripherals.
• Knowledge of information systems security and the ability to enforce company and government regulations.
• Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs.
• Knowledge of NISPOM, DAAPM, and the Risk Management Framework.
• Experience supporting and configuring Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
• Must obtain and maintain an intermediate cybersecurity certification, such as Security+ or an equivalent certification under DoD 8140.
• Must obtain an advanced-level DoD 8140 certification, such as CISSP, CISM, GSLC, CASP, or CCISO, within one year of hire.
• Must have a current security clearance and be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to meet the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Linux+, Network+, or similar certifications are preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Review and revise information systems security plan documentation based on analysis of existing equipment configurations, documenting changes and special security requirements.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to classified information systems and promote adherence to policies, procedures, and security best practices.
• Oversee information system compliance and auditing.
• Prepare information systems and system configurations for ISSM certification and DCSA accreditation or assessment.
• Assist in designing, developing, and implementing annual information system security training for end users, Data Transfer Agents (DTAs), and System Administrators (SAs).
• Assist SAs with implementing and validating security-relevant controls on computing systems, network devices, SAN storage, virtualization hosts, and virtualized systems and appliances.
• Assist with spill containment and cleanup.
• Participate in investigations of information system security violations and provide lessons learned to help prevent recurrence.
• Assist the ISSM with information systems security tasks needed to safeguard, handle, and control classified materials, documents, and equipment.
• Follow import/export requirements and consult facility import/export personnel as required.
• Travel domestically or internationally as needed, approximately +/-10%.
• Observe safety and security procedures, including using required PPE and wearing a company-issued badge on company property.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior