Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Talentify; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Benefits package

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Veteran-friendly

Thriving employee culture

Job summary

ASEC seeks a seasoned Information System Security Officer to support a high-visibility DoD program at NAWS China Lake in Ridgecrest, CA. You will shape and enforce security policies, standards, and risk mitigation strategies across DoD information systems.

Required are DoD Top Secret clearance eligibility, CompTIA Security+, and RMF experience; you will conduct vulnerability assessments, STIG implementations, and continuous monitoring to protect critical satellite communication infrastructures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of DoD cybersec experience with baseline certification.
• Requires DoD Top Secret eligibility and related certifications (Security+, CCSP, Cloud+).
• Experience with RMF, CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800-53, and JSIG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Propose, coordinate, implement, and enforce information system security policies and standards.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments using ACAS, SCAP, and DISA STIGs.
• Implement security configurations for OS and network devices per STIGs.
• Perform continuous monitoring, risk analyses, and mitigation planning for DoD systems.
• Prepare certification letters and MoAs with system owners; support ATO processes.

Skills

CompTIA Security+

RMF (DODI 8510.01)

ACAS

DISA STIGs

SCAP/CSAP tooling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Cybersecurity/CS

Tools

ACAS

STIGs

Job description

Description

Location: NAWS China Lake (Ridgecrest, CA)

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No, work will be performed on-site at NAWS China Lake

What You’ll Do:

As an Information System Security Officer, you will play a key role in supporting a high-visibility DoD program. In this role, you’ll help shape and enforce the information system security policies, standards, and methodologies that keep our mission-critical systems protected. Are you ready to make an impact?

Key Responsibilities:

• Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies.
• Conducting vulnerability assessments using automated benchmarks and tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker.
• Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Performing security control continuous monitoring, reviewing system security plans and associated artifacts, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
• Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
• Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
• Providing guidance on cross-functional cybersecurity efforts, ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and milestones.
• Collaborating on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions, including SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, and Knowledge Articles.
• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential threats to satellite communication infrastructures.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• CompTIA Security + is required. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related area of study is required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, candidates must have 5 years of information system security officer / cybersecurity engineering experience in addition to a DoD approved baseline certification (i.e. CompTIA SecurityX, Cloud+, CCSP, etc.) as defined by DoDD 8140-M. Please upload copies of any relevant IT certifications you hold.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience with Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (IA/CS).
• 5 years of experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) DODI 8510.01.
• Experience with security controls and implementation delineated in Committee of National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).
• Able to perform vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated benchmarks.
• Implementing operating systems and network device security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides.
• Performing security control continuous monitoring, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
• Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $115,000 - $135,000, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation. The low end of this salary range is accounting for a candidate that meets or exceeds all of the listed requirements.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.