Information Systems Security Engineer with Security Clearance

Information Systems Solutions, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully vested 401(k) matching

Family medical deductible coverage

Spot bonuses

Educational assistance

Job summary

Information Systems Solutions, a ballistic missile defense project team, seeks a Windows systems administrator to manage desktop systems, a small set of servers, and real-time network troubleshooting in a classified, on-site lab in San Diego, CA. The role includes supporting RMF artifacts and ATO packages, with opportunities to learn ISSE duties over time.

Requirements include 3+ years RMF/ATO experience, Windows admin experience, and a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years RMF and ATO/ATC experience.
• 3+ years Windows system administration experience.
• 2 years networking experience.
• Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Windows desktop and server administration in a lab environment.
• Support RMF artifacts and ATO package submissions.
• Assist ISSE with ISSE duties and role expansion when needed.
• Document sysadmin procedures and network troubleshooting practices.

Skills

RMF and ATO processes

Windows system administration

Networking

Scripting for automation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Math, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

ACAS scanners (Linux)

Job description

Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is looking for a candidate to provide fill a multi-role position supporting a ballistic missile defense project operating on the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) network at NIWC PAC in San Diego, CA. The selected candidate’s primary role is Windows system administration of desktop systems, a small number of servers, and real-time in-depth network troubleshooting in support of test events and exercises. In addition, the candidate will support the project ISSE in producing RMF artifacts and supporting ATO packages with the opportunity to learn and assume those ISSE duties and function in that role when needed. This is a long-term project with the prospect of growing and maturing your skills with the growth of your role. This work is 100 percent on site in a classified environment working in a lab that supports multi-platform testing. There is a small (5%) opportunity to travel in support of the project within CONUS and Hawaii. This position is 100% onsite.

• Knowledge of the ATO process, the production of artifacts, and ability to support ATO package submissions
• Knowledge of RMF principles and practices
• Knowledge of eMASS
• Windows desktop and server administration.
• Networking knowledge and the ability to traceroute and identify specific device failures in the critical path of routing in real time.
• Imaging and restoring system drive with new software upgrades.
• Using scripting languages for automation
• Maintaining system configurations, user access, and issue-level security to protect user privacy and data integrity.
• Testing and evaluating system performance.
• Managing IA updates as required.
• Hardening servers and laptop systems to DISA standards.
• Completing ACAS Scans and remediating findings.
• Performing and documenting all applicable STIGs.
• Developing documentation for sysadmin duties, back-ups, and network troubleshooting procedures in multiple established network configurations
• Ability to take on other IT related tasks as assigned

Why Work For ISS?

At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie.

• ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.

Requirements Clearance Level

• Secret

Certifications (IAT Level II)

• Security+ CE
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)
• System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Required Skills

• 3+ years’ of experience with RMF and ATO/ATC processes
• 3+ years’ of experience with Windows system administration
• 2 years’ of experience with networking

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Math, or Electrical Engineering
• Networking knowledge to include NAS and SAN configurations
• Experience with Linux based ACAS scanners
• Salary Description 125,000-135,000