Information Systems Security Officer-EN

CAE’s Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

About the role

As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) you will join the CAE USA, Inc. Classified Cyber Security Team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs to ensure classified information systems meet cyber security requirements and government directives.

Responsibilities

• Integrate the Classified Cyber Security Program function with the Program Management leadership team in order to execute the strategic cyber security goals of the assigned portfolio.
• Assist program personnel at offsite locations to ensure they meet USG certification requirements and are properly trained to execute the cybersecurity program effectively and maintain security compliance.
• Provide direct leadership and mentorship to Cyber Security Professional team members executing on tactical milestones, ensuring success for both portfolio programs and the Cyber Security organization.
• Serve as the primary liaison with various government Authorizing Officials (AO) for business within their area of responsibility.
• Interpret the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) in determining technical Information Assurance (IA) requirements, conduct cyber risk assessment activities including vulnerability analysis, analysis of mitigation solutions, and ensure proper security implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Develop system documentation for information system authorization, security management, and continuous monitoring of both networked and standalone information systems.
• Ensure that selected security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the information system lifecycle.
• Coordinate and drive continuous monitoring activities in accordance with DoD requirements by monitoring security infrastructure and security alarm devices for Indicators of Compromise (IOC) utilizing SIEM and cybersecurity toolsets.
• Perform hardware/software configuration management.
• Conduct technical investigative activities, data integrity containments, and assist with reports of investigation for IA-related security events.
• Coordinate with cyber systems security engineers, system architects, and developers to provide oversight in the development of secure technical solutions.
• Participate in implementation of current and future security domains and architectures including those which may introduce new service areas.
• Must comply with all company security and data protection/usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.

Requirements

• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree in discipline (STEM) and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience.
• Currently possess an active DoD 8570.01-M IAM level II certified credentials (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSLC).
• Subject matter expert regarding security standards and frameworks, rules and regulations, and system trust principals, such as FIPS, NIST SP 800 Series, JSIG, DAAPM, and/or ICD.
• Experience managing cybersecurity requirements and/or team(s) operating in collateral, Special Access Programs (SAP) and/or Specialized Compartmentalized Information (SCI) environments for an enterprise/major business portfolio of programs.
• Experience successfully interfacing with internal/external customers (DCSA, AO/DAO, GCAs, IT, Program Managers, Program Engineering, Cyber Architects/Engineers, etc.).
• Experience leading the authorization and approval (A&A) of classified information systems.
• Excellent communications skills, oral and written.
• Demonstrated strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and possesses good written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills, particularly in documenting evaluation results.
• Confident personality with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project priorities.
• Must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience with SIEM and Compliance scanning tools (e.g., Splunk, Nessus, ACAS, SCC SCAP, Solar Winds, STIG Viewer, Vulnerator, etc.).
• Self-driven and results-oriented capable of effectively working multiple tasks concurrently and across an ambiguous and uncertain landscape.
• Ability to motivate, inspire, and grow Cybersecurity Team members.
• Project management experience.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Some travel may be required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate a personal computer and sit at workstation for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.