Information Systems Security Officer

Amentum; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a full-time Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Alice Springs, NT, Australia. The ISSO supports the ISSM in developing security policies, review of authorization packages, and maintaining security documentation for government-grade systems.

The role emphasizes adherence to RMF, ICD 503, and ongoing security coordination with the AO/DAO. Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and security certifications such as CISSP or Security+, with DoD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• CISSP, Security+ or equivalent.
• MCSA or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ ISSO experience with IA Certifications may suffice for degree.
• Experience with ICD 503 and RMF.
• Meets DoD 8570.1 IAT II minimum for system and network admins.
• Linux experience preferred.
• Knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and technical report writing.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to brief to Senior Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package and notify ISSM of changes impacting authorization.
• Coordinate changes to hardware, software, or firmware with ISSM and AO/DAO prior to change.
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features are restored and functioning.
• Ensure security documentation is current and audit records are collected and reviewed.
• Attend required technical and security training related to assigned duties.
• Execute cybersecurity portion of self-inspection and provide security coordination across plans.
• Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with countermeasures.
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards.
• Ensure compliance with site EHS requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

ISSO experience

ICD 503

RMF

IAT II (8570.1)

Linux experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

CISSP, Security+ or equivalent

MCSA or equivalent

Job description

Information Systems Security Office | Alice Springs, NT

Amentum is a leader in global engineering, project management and solutions integration, trusted to modernize the most critical missions anywhere in the world. Driven to create a safer, smarter, cleaner world, we innovate as a team of inventive doers passionate about making a difference. Underpinned by a strong culture of ethics, safety and inclusivity. Amentum is fiercely committed to operational excellence and successful execution.

Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance, a friendly company culture, and engagement with a supportive community?

Amentum has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Information Systems Security Office to join their team in Alice Springs, NT - Australia.

THE ROLE

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) reports directly to the Information Systems security Manager and provides support to the ISSM in the development and management of operational information systems security implementation policy, procedures, and guidelines.

The ISSO is responsible for the preparation, review, and update of authorization packages. The ISSO ensures approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package, notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s)
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals, ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Ensure compliance with all site’s environmental health and safety requirements
• Any other reasonable duties as requested

Qualifications

Minimum Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• CISSP, Security + or equivalent
• MCSA or equivalent

Desirable

• Drivers License

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS – Minimum Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience – extensive work experience in a current ISSO role with IA Certifications may suffice for degree
• Experience in Intelligence Community Directive 503 (ICD 503) and Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Meets DoD 8570.1 Certification Requirements as an Information Assurance Technical Category II (IAT II) minimum (for system and network administrators)
• Linux experience preferred
• Prior experience in roles such as System, Network Administrator or ISSO
• Knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and technical report writing
• Excellent communication skills and ability to brief at all levels to include Senior Leadership
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to adapt to change and contribute to continuous improvement
• Positive outlook and willingness to collaborate with others to achieve business outcomes
• Demonstrated customer focus
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the principles of workplace diversity and equity, and EH&S

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS, AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• The ability to lift items up to 10kgs independently
• The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. The employee must be a US citizen and will require a minimum TS/SCI with poly (U.S.) clearance.

Statement Of Work Requirements

All personnel assigned shall be:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to fluently read, write and speak English

EHS REQUIREMENT

All Amentum personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site environmental, health and safety requirements. While Amentum is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with requirements of the EHS Handbook, each person is responsible for:

• Completing work tasks in a safe manner
• Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or PMO/EHS Manager
• Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the EHS Handbook during the performance of their work
• Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe or possess a danger to the environment

QUALITY REQUIREMENT

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE

Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to their job.

For further information contact [e-mail]

Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include referee checks, criminal History checks, a pre-employment medical assessment and drug test.