Information System Security Officer

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee clubs

Discounts to museums

Job summary

Draper is seeking an Information System Security Officer 1 (ISSO) to support continuous monitoring and authorization for multiple classified information systems under the direction of the ISSM in Cambridge, MA. The role involves diverse cyber security functions, training participation, and ensuring compliance with security policies.

Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience is required, with RMF/DIACAP familiarity and the ability to obtain IAM I/IAT II within six months.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• Equivalent industry experience may be substituted.
• Ability to obtain an IAM I/IAT II Certification within 6 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in duties; assume ISSM responsibilities in their absence.
• Ensure systems operate, are maintained, and disposed per security policies.
• Attend required technical and security training related to duties.
• Ensure users have required clearances and awareness of responsibilities.
• Conduct periodic reviews for compliance with security packages.
• Coordinate changes to hardware/software with ISSM and AO/DAO.
• Notify ISSM/AO/DAO of changes affecting authorization.
• Monitor recovery to ensure security features are restored.
• Maintain current security-related documentation.
• With supervision, perform Audits/ConMon and incident response.
• With supervision, manage hardware/software baselines and identify flaws.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

RMF

DIACAP

Splunk

Event viewer

IT basics

WAN/LAN

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related

IAM I/IAT II within 6 months

Tools

STIG

SCAP

Nessus

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross‑fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

The Information System Security Officer 1 (ISSO) supports the continuous monitoring and authorization efforts of multiple classified information systems under the direction of the Information System Security Manager (ISSM). Performing a variety of technical, and non-technical Cyber Security functions.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities. The ISSO shall assume ISSM responsibilities in the absence of the ISSM.
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures as outlined in the security authorization package.
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties.
• Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access to the IS.
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change.
• Formally notify the ISSM and AO/DAO when changes occur that might affect system authorization.
• 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.
• With supervision, conduct Audits and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities using available technical and non-technical processes, report audit and ConMon findings, conduct incident response steps as directed.
• With supervision, manage configuration baselines of both hardware and software, identify system architecture flaws using industry standard tools (e.g., STIG, SCAP, Nessus) that will be flowed to the ISSM for review.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Understanding of information security concepts (e.g., RMF, DIACAP)
• Awareness of audit technologies or capabilities (e.g., Splunk, event viewer)
• Understands Information Technology basics.
• Awareness of network type designations (e.g., WAN, LAN) and associated infrastructure (e.g., Servers, switches, firewalls).

Education

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• Equivalent industry experience may be substituted.
• Ability to acquire an IAM I/IAT II Certification within 6 months of start date.

Experience

• 1‑3 years relevant industry experience is required.
• Preferred experience with RMF (NIST SP 800-53, JSIG, DAAG, ICD 503), IR, Vulnerability Management, SCAP, STIG, and security‑relevant tools.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Current in scope Top Secret security clearance is required.

Job Location

City: Cambridge
State: Massachusetts
Postal Code: 02139‑3563

Salary Range

$75,000.00 - $156,000.00

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Benefits

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work‑life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off‑site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

EEO Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high‑performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].