Senior Technical Information System Security Officer

Job ID: 109191 

 

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.  EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms.  We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. 

 

 Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Position Summary

As an Information System Security Officer (ISSO), you will be challenged to stay current with the latest technological developments in information security. You will be exposed to advanced technologies and will play a major role in identifying potential threats and intrusions on Information Technology (IT) systems by our adversaries. Together we'll address evolving threats to national security, thus keeping our nation and our warfighter safe.

Successful candidates for this role will coordinate with the Corporate Risk Management Framework Support Center, other Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), & ISSMs across the company, to obtain and maintain certifications and accreditations under the new Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) and Intelligence Community (IC) Risk Management Framework.  If you are interested in information system security, competitive pay, management, and the opportunity to obtain industry professional certifications on the job, please apply now!

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer security procedures for classified computer systems based on the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) and other U.S. Government agency security requirements. 
• Apply current computer science technologies to the development, evaluation, and integration of computer systems and networks to maintain system security for classified information systems.
• Serve as primary advisor to the Site Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all classified information systems security matters and liaison to the local Defense Security Service (DSS) Information Systems Security Professional (ISSP) on all matters pertaining to classified information systems.
• Implement local policies, processes, procedures, and compliance with all National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Defense Information System Agency (DISA), and Defense Security Service Assessments and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM) requirements.
• Develop and maintain all DoD requirements, including the DAAPM & Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards to ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• Review and approve requests for access to cleared computer systems in the development and implementation of policies and System Security Plans supporting Corporate Security & Government agency requirements
• Conduct periodic self-inspections on local processes and practices to ensure compliance; accurately reports security posture to management & ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Identify and document unique local threats and vulnerabilities to classified information systems security.
• Conduct and coordinate investigations into security violations related to cleared information systems; ensures corrective actions are implemented.
• Perform independently, or with a group, on site, group or enterprise-level security projects designed to enhance the security posture of DRS.
• DISA STIG/SCAP implementation and management of security configurations utilizing Corporate ISSM toolkit.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications and Required Skills

• Associate’s degree, ideally in Information System Security, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and/or a Computer Technical Certificate (I.E. MSCE Server 2016, CCNA, GIAC certificate) or equivalent related experience
• Must have Security + or have the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance.  This will be confirmed prior to offer.
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