Information Systems Security Officer (Special Programs)

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a security program professional to manage RMF-aligned activities for National Security computing environments within ARL. You will assist the ISSM in developing and maintaining RMF artifacts and enforcing JSIG requirements to sustain compliant, secure systems.

Responsibilities include IT government system support, RMF BoE development, and security auditing. The role requires Windows/Linux experience, policy expertise, and the ability to coordinate risk

Qualifications

• HS/GED required.
• Three years information assurance experience in Windows/Linux systems or related area.
• Experience developing and implementing information assurance policy.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize projects.
• Experience supporting various system configurations.
• Experience auditing various OS and networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT government-owned systems support to ensure hardware, software, networks, and servers function correctly.
• Serve as technical POC for government systems and manage trouble tickets with government sponsor.
• Manage account administration for government-owned systems in ARL closed areas and track accounts.
• Develop and maintain RMF artifacts such as SSPs, SCTMs, and POA&Ms in accordance with JSIG.
• Conduct Information System audits and continuous monitoring to ensure sponsor compliance with JSIG.

Skills

Info assurance experience

Windows/Linux

Policy development

Communication & problem solving

System configuration support

OS/network auditing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

ArcSight

Splunk

Wireshark

ACAS/Nessus

Retina

MBSA

DoD 8570 IAT II (Security+)

Job description

Purpose

Manage security programs to meet ARL: UT’s Risk Management Framework requirements for National Security computing environments as defined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology 800-Series, Committee on National Security Systems Instructions, Intelligence Community Directives, and Joint Special Access Programs Implementation Guide (JSIG). Assist the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in the development and maintenance of information security Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts as well as enforcing standards and compliance of requirements set forth in the Joint Special Access Programs Implementation Guide (JSIG).

Responsibilities

Information Technology (IT) Support: Provide support for IT government owned systems and system components to ensure that computer hardware and software, as well as networks and servers work consistently and correctly. Duties include installing, upgrading, maintaining, diagnosing connectivity or system access issues, and providing direct support to users across the organization. Experience with IT troubleshooting of system components to include workstations, printers, video teleconference (VTC) equipment, and thin clients necessary. Serve as the technical POC for all government systems and accounts within special programs, taking lead on all technical issues and managing trouble tickets with the government sponsor.

Information System Administration: Responsible for account administration for government owned systems that reside within ARL closed areas. Duties include account requests, account tracking, training requirements, and account troubleshooting for system user accounts. Responsible for supply chain security process and inventory of new equipment/hard drives.

Risk Management Framework (RMF) Body of Evidence (BoE) development and maintenance: Advise the information system owner regarding security considerations in the information system development life cycle. Develop and maintain documentation for Assessment and Authorization (A&A) in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and operating instructions to include System Security Plans (SSP), Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM), and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M). Participate in risk assessments to evaluate the sensitivity of the system. Participate in assessment of system safeguards and program elements.

Information Security Auditing: Provides technical expertise and oversight to manage the daily administration of security protection measures on the information systems assigned. Conduct Information System audits using approved auditing techniques/tools. Responsible for the continuous monitoring of information systems in order to maintain compliance with the sponsor assessment and Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG).

Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• HS/GED
• Three years information assurance experience in Windows/Linux systems or related area
• Experience developing and implementing information assurance policy
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize projects
• Experience supporting various system configurations
• Experience with auditing various OS and networks

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position
• Six years of experience in information assurance in a National Security computing environment
• Three years’ experience with the Risk Management Framework methodology. Knowledge of Special Access and Sensitive Compartmented Information programs and government regulations
• Experience with policy creation and documentation preparation and maintenance
• Windows Operating System and Linux Operating System certifications
• Experience conducting security audits of information systems
• SIEM Tool Experience (ArcSight, Splunk, Wireshark, etc.)
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, etc.)
• Possess a current DoDM 8570.01 compliant certification, equivalent to Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II (i.e. Security+)

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

Salary Range

$67,128 - $88,914+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Telephone use

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

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Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

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Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and Title 42 U.S.C. 1981(a). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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