Information System Security Officer (ISSO), Senior

Aviation Systems Engineering Company; California, Ridgecrest (MO, CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Information System Security Officer, providing crucial support to the NAVAIR customer. This role involves enforcing security policies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing security configurations in a dynamic, on-site environment. With a commitment to employee ownership and a thriving culture, this organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and looking to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401K match

Tuition assistance

Employee discount program

11 paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Veteran friendly

Thriving employee culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of Information Systems experience with 5 years in Cybersecurity.
• Must possess DoD Approved Baseline Certification as IAM-III.

Responsibilities

• Propose and enforce information system security policies.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits.

Skills

Information Assurance/Cybersecurity

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Vulnerability Assessments

Security Audits

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

ABET-accredited institution

Tools

Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)

Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)

Job description

Description

Location: NAWS China Lake, CA

Security Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No, position will be 100% on-site

As the Sr. ISSO, you will provide mission-critical support to our NAVAIR customer by performing the following:

• Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies
• Performing vulnerability assessments using the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), and the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated Benchmarks
• Implementing operating systems and network devices 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)
• Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreements (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations
• Position may require flexibility in working hours

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related technical degree from an ABET-accredited institution. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, qualified candidates should have an additional, relative experience as an ISSO.
• 10 years of Information Systems experience with five (5) years of Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (IA/CS) experience.
• 5 years of experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) DODI 8510.01.
• Must possess DoD Approved Baseline Certification as Information Assurance Management Level III (IAM-III) in accordance with DoD Directive 8140 (e.g., ClSSP, CISM, or CCISO)

Qualified candidates should also have a high level of experience and proficiency in the following areas:

• Security controls and implementation delineated in the 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).
• Performing 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 devices 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).
• Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
• Familiarity with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, DoDD 5205.07, and DOD 5205.07-M Volumes 1-4.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

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 estimated salary range for this position will be $155,000 - $165,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.