Senior Information System Security Officer

Job ID: 108136 

 

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 support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) with obtaining and maintaining 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, and the opportunity to obtain industry professional certifications on the job, please apply now!

Basic Qualifications and Required Skills

• Associate’s degree in in Information System Security, Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or a related field (additional years of experience may substitute for a related degree)
• 2-4 years of experience managing Microsoft Operating systems to include Win10 and Microsoft Server
• 2-4 years of experience in IT Helpdesk, IT Security, IT Risk/Compliance, or Cybersecurity performing system maintenance & managing a server and Active Directory policies (GPOs)
• Strong knowledge of information systems security components and best practices including: firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, data encryption, and other industry-standard techniques and practices
• Highly self motivated and strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal oral, written and communication skills
• Ability to successfully prioritize and manage to completion multiple complex tasks and deliverables, and demonstrate the highest degree of integrity and accountability in all actions
• Must possess a Secret U.S. Government security clearance at time of hire
• Must possess Linux + within 6 months of hire

Desired Skills and Experience

• Strong knowledge and understanding of DCSA ODAA Manual & DAAPM, NIST Special Publication 800-53, ISO27001, DoD 8510.01, NISPOM, & ICDs
• Professional Security Certification of Security+ needed or to be acquired within 6 months of hire
• Experience with Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) accredited information systems
• Experience with the SCAP Compliance Checker and the DISA STIG Viewer
• Completion of the DCSA ISSM STEPP/CDSE Training Curriculum
• Strong leadership, presentation, and training skills
• Previous COMSEC & FOCI experience are a plus

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as an information systems security professional applying knowledge of information security services analysis concepts, practices and procedures and executes security procedures for classified computer systems based on the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DoE) 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
• Work with the Site Facility Security Officer (FSO) and if applicable the 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 classified information systems matters and liaison to the local Defense Security Service (DSS) Information Systems Security Professional (ISSP) on all matters pertaining to classified information systems
• Execute local policies, processes, and procedures to comply with all National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and Office of Designated Approval Authority (ODAA) requirements 
• Serve as an advisor to the site FSO and if applicable the ISSM on all classified information systems security matters; partner with appropriate site functional representatives (e.g., Trade, Human Resources, Information Technology, etc) as appropriate
• Execute