Information Systems Security Officer Active Clearance Required - (local only - Crane)

Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc in Crane, IN seeks an Information Systems Security Officer to manage day-to-day operations and support classified information systems. You will report to the ISSM and collaborate with the Information Security and IT teams on security operations and unclassified networks.

Responsibilities include implementing RMF, supporting ATO through categorization and continuous monitoring, conducting audits, maintaining BoE docs and eMASS records, and

Qualifications

• Understanding of US Government DoD IS security policies.
• Experience with RMF, ATO, and continuous monitoring.
• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI/SAP access.
• Experience protecting classified information systems in DoD/industrial environments.
• Familiarity with DoD 8140/8570 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as ISSO for Kratos Crane Indiana.
• Implement RMF for classified systems and support authorities.
• Lead ATO processes from categorization to authorization and beyond.
• Coordinate security awareness and required training.
• Review audit logs, investigate anomalies and escalate incidents.
• Prepare and maintain BoE docs including SSPs and POA&Ms.
• Maintain day-to-day security posture and system monitoring.
• Participate in Change Control Board.
• Assist with unclassified security operations and vulnerability management.
• Maintain records in eMASS.

Skills

US DoD IS security policies

Strong communication

Critical thinking & problem-solving

Time management & prioritization

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Active Top Secret clearance

SCI/SAP access eligibility

Education

Associate degree in IT discipline preferred

Tools

Windows Server administration

Linux server administration

System virtualization

eMASS

NISPOM/RMF knowledge

Job description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Information Systems Security Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operations and support of classified information systems. This position will report to the Information Security Operations Manager/ISSM on all aspects of classified information system security operation. This position will augment the Information Security and Information Technology staff supporting unclassified corporate networks and systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for Kratos Inc Crane Indiana.
• Implement the risk management framework for classified systems, typically following the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), DAAG or JSIG process and supporting communications with cognizant security authorities.
• Serve as the primary resource for classified systems.
• Support the ATO process from initial categorization through authorization and ongoing continuous monitoring.
• Coordinate security awareness activities and ensure users complete required training.
• Conduct and review audit log analysis, investigate anomalies and elevate potential security incidents.
• Produce and maintain Body of Evidence (BoE) documentation to include risk assessments, System Security Plan (SSPis) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Mis).
• Maintain the day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring for all systems, including patching and updates.
• Serve as a member of the Change Control Board (CCB).
• Assist Information Security team in unclassified security operations, including continuous monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Assist Information Technology team in unclassified services functions.
• Maintain accurate records in the organization authorization tool (eMASS)

Other Job Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

No supervisory responsibilities.

Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Thorough understanding of US Government (specifically DoD) IS security policies.
• Strong communication skills, strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project priorities.
• Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Must have active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance and be able to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or any necessary Special Access Programs (SAP).
• DoDM 8140/DoD 8570 approved (Technician Level 2-3) certification required within 6 months of hire.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• U.S. Secret Clearance required. Associate degree (IT discipline preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in Information Technology (IT) in a classified environment, or 3+ years of experience as an ISSM/ISSO in government/industrial security or an intelligence career field.
• Knowledge of technical standards relating to information system security; experience administering Windows operating systems, experience with large-scale server systems, thin client architecture, system virtualization and other related peripherals.
• Administer, configure, and maintain Linux servers and workstations, including installation, patching, performance turning, user and permission management.
• Experience with Certification and Authorization requirements as outlined in the NISPOM, RMF for DoD IT, ICD 503, JSIG/JAFAN & NIST RMF.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position is required to work predominately in an office setting.

Physical Demands

Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.

Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area Ability to stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area Ability to climb stairs in performing the work.

Ability to walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.

From: Kratos Defense