Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (AISSM)/Assistant Contractor Special Security Of[...]

The University of Texas at Austin; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,800; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (AISSM) for Special Programs. This role involves managing security compliance for classified information systems and assisting the Contractor Special Security Officer.

The successful candidate will oversee technical planning, conduct self-inspections, prepare security documentation, and manage IS access. A minimum of nine years of experience in a classified environment is required, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

The salary ranges from $83,000 to $124,800 or negotiable based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Nine years providing security support in a classified environment.
• Eligibility for access to classified information.
• Experience in an assistant role to a CSSO or Facility Security Officer.

Responsibilities

• Assist ISSM in technical planning and oversight of security actions.
• Conduct self-inspections of compliance.
• Manage user IS access in accordance with directives.
• Prepare and maintain security documents and reports.
• Coordinate training and security compliance for personnel.
• Administer CSSO’s portfolio and perform related administrative tasks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

HS/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Title

Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (AISSM)/Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO) Special Programs

Job Details

Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (AISSM) for Special Programs information system security programs. Assists the ISSM in managing and overseeing all development, authorization and compliance measures associated with ARL classified IS. Assists the Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) in maintenance of security standards and compliance of requirements set forth in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Intelligence Community Directives and DoD security manual.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Programs ISSM in providing technical planning, expertise, oversight and daily administration of security actions for classified information systems ranging in a wide degree of complexity, and works directly with information system sponsors and sponsor ISSMs to meet Federal requirements under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and to maintain system authorizations.
• Conduct self-inspections of information system Continuous Monitoring compliance and verify duties performed by Information System Security Officers (ISSOs). Review and inspect the professional auditing of Special Programs classified Information Systems at the Applied Research Laboratories: University of Texas at Austin (ARL: UT), conducted by ISSOs, in order to maintain compliance with the sponsor assessment and Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG).
• Prepare documents, IS configuration validation, verification/testing hardware/software change management, media protection and file transfers. Develop, maintain, and update Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) documents necessary for tracking IS security requirements to achieve and maintain system authorizations.
• Manage user IS access and use compliance in accordance with applicable directives. Ensure all training requirements are met for personnel who utilize secure information systems.
• Assist the Special Programs ISSM in ensuring security standards, policies, and practices are being followed, and closely coordinate with and provide training and guidance to others, on ensuring and maintaining the security posture of all information systems as well as implementing security control requirements.
• Perform administrative functions needed for the maintenance of the CSSO’s portfolio, including conducting self-inspections, initiating and tracking security administrative requirements as required by government regulations, administering and tracking compliant security education and associated record keeping.
• Assist the CSSO in performing information security administrative tasks, including document control, visitor and meeting control, security log maintenance and file retention.
• Assist the CSSO in performing personnel security administrative tasks, including coordination and submission of program access requests, maintenance of personnel files, required reporting to the cognizant security agencies and access roster maintenance.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• HS/GED.
• Nine years providing security support in a classified Department of Defense (DOD), special access (SAP), and/or sensitive compartmented information (SCI) environment.
• Strong communication skills, critical thinking, problem solving skills; self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field.
• More than nine years of experience providing security support in special access and/or sensitive compartmented information environments.
• Two to four years in an assistant role to a Facility Security Officer, CPSO or CSSO.
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.
• Knowledge of Special Access and Sensitive Compartmented Information programs and government regulations.

Salary Range

$83,000 - $124,800+ / negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, including both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Background Check

A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.