Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Description:

The Information Systems Security Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operations and support of classified information systems. This position will report to the Information Security Manager/ISSM on all aspects of classified information system security operation. This position will augment the Information Security and Information Technology staff supporting unclassified corporate networks and systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for Kratos KSRE Inc Birmingham.
• Implement the risk management framework for classified systems, typically following the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), DAAPM, or JSIG process and supporting communications with cognizant security authorities.
• Serve as the primary service desk resource for classified systems.
• Produce and maintain Body of Evidence (BoE) documentation to include risk assessments, System Security Plan (SSP’s) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M’s).
• Maintain the day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring for all systems, including patching and updates.
• Assist Information Security team in unclassified security operations, including continuous monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Assist Information Technology team in unclassified services functions.
• Advises users on the proper operation of a specific IS as outlined in its SSP.
• Participates in the generation and maintenance of RMF documentation.
• Ensures adherence to these information system security policies and procedures.
• Assists with coordination between Kratos Security and Defense and Government authorities regarding system security posture requirements

Other Job Functions

• Serves as a member of the Configuration Control Board for classified systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No supervisory responsibilities.
Experience and Skills:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Thorough understanding of US Government (specifically DoD) IS security policies.
• Strong communication skills, strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project priorities.
• Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Must have active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance and be able to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or any necessary Special Access Programs (SAP).
• DoDD 8140/DoD 8570 approved (Technician Level 2-3) certification required within 6 months of hire.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• U.S. Top Secret Clearance required.
• Associate degree (IT discipline preferred).
• 5 years of experience in Information Technology (IT) in a classified environment, or 3 years of experience as an ISSM/ISSO in government/industrial security or an intelligence career field.
• Knowledge of technical standards relating to information system security; experience administering Windows and Linux operating systems, experience with large-scale server systems, thin client architecture, system virtualization and other related peripherals.
• Experience with Certification and Authorization requirements as outlined in the NISPOM, RMF for DoD IT, ICD 503, JSIG/JAFAN & NIST RMF.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:

• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
• Shoe covers
• Physical Demands
• Perform work using a computer for extended periods of time.
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time without leaving the work area.
• Climb ladders and stairs.
• Walk for considerable distances.
• Lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Reach for objects above head or below waist.
• Stoop or crouch by bending at the waist or by bending legs.
• Withstand exposure to low and high temperature levels that result in possible body discomfort.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES
Job Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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