Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) | Information Security

BETA Technologies, Inc.; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Medical coverage

Dental and vision

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Daily lunch provided

Flight lessons

Job summary

BETA Technologies, Inc. seeks a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer to protect our critical security infrastructure in Vermont.

The ideal candidate will operate with minimal supervision and demonstrate exceptional self-management and technical expertise. The role requires active Secret clearance, 3–5 years of information systems security experience, and a strong background in cybersecurity principles.

Qualifications

• Active Secret-level security clearance required.
• 3–5 years in information systems security and administration.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and system administration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical skills in system management and security.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain information security protocols.
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and other relevant security frameworks.
• Manage system accreditation and authorization processes.
• Develop and update security documentation.
• Perform periodic security audits and reporting.
• Support incident response and mitigation efforts.
• User account management and access control.
• Perform system updates and patching.
• Backup and recovery operations and testing.
• System performance monitoring and daily health checks.
• Generate security and performance reports.

Skills

Secret clearance

Cybersecurity basics

Independent work

Analytical skills

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation , and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support our critical information security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will operate with minimal supervision and demonstrate exceptional self-management and technical expertise.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Implement and maintain information security protocols
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses
• Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and other relevant security frameworks
• Manage system accreditation and authorization processes
• Develop and update security documentation
• Perform periodic security audits and reporting
• Support incident response and mitigation efforts
• User Account Management
• Create, modify, and delete user accounts
• Manage access control implementation
• Maintain user access logs and permissions
• System Maintenance and Patching
• Manage and execute system updates and security patches
• Perform system configuration and installation
• Conduct hardware and software troubleshooting
• Backup and Recovery Operations
• Implement and test backup procedures
• Maintain backup integrity and security
• Performance and Monitoring:
• System Performance Monitoring
• Conduct daily operational tasks (log reviews, health checks)
• Monitor system performance and optimize resources
• Generate performance and security reports

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Secret-level security clearance
• Minimum 3-5 years of information systems security and administration experience
• Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles and system administration
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong technical skills in system management and security

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) experience
• Previous DoD or government security experience
• Information Security certifications (CISSP, Security+, etc.)
• Experience with enterprise-level system management tools
• Proficiency in security and system administration tools
• Understanding of network and system security architecture
• Experience with risk management frameworks
• Familiarity with various operating systems (Windows, Linux)
• Knowledge of virtualization and cloud technologies
• User account and access management
• Scripting and automation
• System patching and maintenance
• Backup and recovery procedures
• Performance monitoring
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues
• Remote and occasional on-site work may be required
• Ability to respond to urgent security and operational matters quickly
• Commitment to maintaining highest levels of system security and integrity

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$80,000 - $100,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You'll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes - flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.

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As set forth in BETA Technologies's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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