Information Systems Security Officer

MAG IS OFFERING UP TO A 10k SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES!

 

MAG Aerospace is seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support Project Manager Cyber and Space (PM C&S) on cybersecurity initiatives across multiple PM C&S programs.

 

This is an opportunity to be involved in the rapidly growing PM C&S Program Office responsible for key capabilities within the offensive cyber operations world. 

 

US Citizenship

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Review, prepare, and update full RMF authorization packages.
• Conduct assessments of information security controls in order to measure the effectives of controls, recommend mitigation strategies/mechanisms and identify any potential gaps.
• Manage remediation efforts and report on the status of control deficiencies.

• Reviews and understands the living documents, how to address scans; and how to update the plan of actions/milestones (POAM).

• Provide security expertise to business units and key stakeholders.
• Provide timely status updates/reporting on assessments and assigned projects.
• Prepare and review system security documentation; for example, System Security Plans (SSP), system boundary definition, systems security plan, configuration management plan, contingency plan, and security agreements (e.g., MOUs, ISAs), etc.
• Interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Teach and guide other cyber security personnel and engineers on the proper processes and procedures.

 

Minimum Requirements

 

Knowledge and Skills

 

• Thorough knowledge of NIST 800 series Special Publications, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) and other relevant federal and DoD cybersecurity regulations.
• Familiarity with operational needs statements and DoD 5000 acquisition lifecycle processes.
• Experience in creating and maintaining security configuration baselines for Windows and Linux platforms, networking equipment, cloud technologies and custom hardware and software applications.
• Must meet positions and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01M for Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level 2.
• Must have previous experience with the security authorization process including the review of system security documentation, i.e., System Security Plans (SSP), system boundary definition, systems security plan, configuration management plan, contingency plan, and security agreements (e.g., MOUs, ISAs), etc.
• Hands on experience with EMASS.
• Thorough understanding of the living documents, how to address scans, how to update the plan of actions and milestones (POAM).
• Thorough knowledge of RMF (Risk Management Framework), and process to end of an ATO (Authority to Operate).
• Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Ability to teach and guide other cyber security personnel and engineers on the proper processes and procedures.
• Must possess a high degree of initiative and personal accountability requiring minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communications skills; organizational and analytical skills; the ability to express thoughts clearly; and the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment.

 

Clearance

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree 
• 4 additional years of experience can be used in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience in executing “life cycle” Information Assurance / Cybersecurity.
• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively complex experience in the development, integration, and implementation of cyber security and program protection standards for networking, computers, and custom application development.

Desired Requirements  

• Candidates possessing advanced certifications to meet IAT level 3 certifications: CISSP, CASP+, CE|H, CISM, etc. will be given preference

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work in office/field/lab environments
• Ability to travel 20% conus within the organization geographic area of responsibility

 

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

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