Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) matching

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join the classified cybersecurity team on-site. The role focuses on IA, security documentation, risk assessment, and governance across the system lifecycle to protect DoD-relevant information and capabilities.

The candidate will apply DoD requirements, collaborate with security professionals, and provide training and guidance on risk mitigation and security best practices in a complex,

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active Top Secret clearance with recent vetting.
• Minimum 3 years experience as ISSO/ISSM.
• Experience assessing cybersecurity programs and artifacts.
• DoD 8140 ISSM-level certification or equivalent (e.g., Security+).

Responsibilities

• Carry out Information Assurance per internal Lockheed Martin and customer requirements.
• Develop security documentation for authorization, security management, and continuous monitoring.
• Develop/consult on technical solutions for complex security problems.
• Collaborate with program security, cyber management, and external customers.
• Ensure controls are implemented and operated across the system lifecycle.
• Provide security monitoring using DoD-compliant tools (vulnerability scanners, SIEMs).
• Perform audits, risk assessments, and investigations related to information assurance.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

ISSO/ISSM experience

DoD 8140 ISSM cert

Security+ or equivalent

Security program assessment

Job description

Standard Job Description

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics (LMA), we approach each day with creativity, innovation, and integrity. We believe by applying the highest cybersecurity standards and fostering innovation, we are better prepared to meet customer requirements and provide uncompromised information security services.

Standard Job Description

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics (LMA), we approach each day with creativity, innovation, and integrity. We believe by applying the highest cybersecurity standards and fostering innovation, we are better prepared to meet customer requirements and provide uncompromised information security services.

The Selected Candidate Will Join The LMA Classified Cybersecurity Team As An Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) On-site At Fort Worth, Texas Supporting Advanced Development Programs (ADP). They Will

• Carry out technical Information Assurance (IA) in accordance with internal Lockheed Martin and customer security requirements
• Develop system documentation for information system authorization, security management, and continuous monitoring (CONMON).
• Develop and/or consult on technical solutions to complex problems which require extensive technical expertise and ingenuity.
• Collaborate with program security, cyber management, senior level internal (i.e. Program Managers) and external customers (i.e. government Security Control Assessors (SCAs)).
• Ensure that selected security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the information systems lifecycle.
• Provide security monitoring for the infrastructure in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) requirements by utilizing cybersecurity tools (e.g. vulnerability scanners, Security Information and Even Management (SIEMs), etc.)
• Perform system auditing, vulnerability risk assessments, assured file transfers, hardware/software configuration management, data integrity containments, media management, and investigations on information assurance related security violations/incidents.
• Participate in the implementation of current and future security domains (e.g. DevSecOps, AI, Cloud Computing etc.)
• Provide cybersecurity education and training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Perform other associated duties as required.

Ensure compliance to governing documents and security policies and assist in regulatory periodic assessments. Implements and tests state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, and database solutions. Stays current with system vulnerabilities and provides current security training to all system users. Conducts risk assessments and provides recommendations for secure implementation and compliance in accordance with government regulations and information assurance/cybersecurity guidelines. Creates, maintains and submits information system security documents and reports to regulatory agencies. Assesses and mitigates system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle; validates system security requirements definition and analysis; establishes system security documentation; assists with the implementation of security procedures; verifies information system security requirements; performs information system certification and accreditation planning, testing, assessing and liaison activities. Familiar with information system security architectural documentation standards. Able to apply information assurance / cyber security standards, directives, guidance and policies to an architectural/risk based framework. Provide architectural / risk based analysis of information assurance / cyber security features and relate existing system to future needs and trends and requirements. For engineers providing security information assurance, use Info Assurance Engineer (E254, L254). For security professionals providing systems security analysis, use Computer Systems Security Analysis (E121, L121).

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance with an investigation or Continuous Vetting (CV) date within 5 years.
• Possess a minimum of 3 years experience as an ISSO or ISSM.
• Advanced knowledge/experience in the assessment of a comprehensive cybersecurity program to include risk management, reviewing system security plans (SSP)s and associated artifacts (e.g., POAMs, etc.), reviewing system/network audits, and remediating cyber-incidents.
• Possess a DoD 8140 722-Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)-Intermediate or Advanced Certification i.e. Security+,etc.

Desired Skills

• Prior experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP) security environments.
• Experience providing technical security expertise and oversight for complex classified networked environments in collaboration with customers, Information Technology (IT) Department, and other functional support departments.
• Ability to juggle the demands of multiple diverse customers while formulating & driving security direction.
• Ability to work in a team environment, demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, be well organized, flexible, and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.