Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

Vision plan

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking an ISSO to maintain the security posture of an information system, partnering with the ISSM and ISO to manage authorization documentation and ongoing security operations.

You will develop topologies, review packages, coordinate hardware/software changes, and ensure audit records and training are current. Requirements include 2+ years of related experience, SAP experience, US citizenship, and TS/SCI with polygraph eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
• IAT Level II or IAM Level II - within 6 months of hire (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)
• TS/SCI required. Must be able to Attain - TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
• 2+ years related experience
• SAP experience required
• US Citizenship Required: Yes

Responsibilities

• Maintain the security posture of an information system and coordinate with the ISSM and ISO
• Develop physical or logical topologies for a system; prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Coordinate changes to hardware, software, or firmware with the ISSM and AO/DAO
• Monitor system security, ensure audit records are collected and reviewed, and conduct security training and awareness

Skills

Information Security

Information Security Management

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Type of Requisition

Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security Certifications: None Experience: 2 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.

This also will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness.

It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries.

This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendation to the ISSM.

The primary function is to provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall include: Develop physical or logical topologies for a system. Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities. Prepare, review, and update authorization packages. Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media.

Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s). Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package. Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change.

Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly. Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to appropriately authorized individuals.

Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies). Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties.

Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans. Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them. Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.

Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers. Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries.

Experience

• 2+ years related experience
• SAP experience required
• Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO

Education

• Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications

• IAT Level II or IAM Level II - within 6 months of hire (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)

Security Clearance

• TS/SCI required. Must be able to Attain - TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Other Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $88,400 - $119,600. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Working Hours and Travel

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.

Travel Required: None.

Location

Telecommuting Options: Onsite. Work Location: USA CO Colorado Springs.

Total Rewards

• Medical plan options
• Health Savings Accounts
• Dental plan options
• Vision plan
• 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
• Short-term disability benefits
• Long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment
• Personal accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Business travel and accident insurance

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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