Information Systems Security Officer ISSO

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our Security Classification team. This position is located in Acton, MA.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists leadership in interpreting regulations as they apply to information systems, platforms, and IT operating processes, practices, and procedures.
• Develops or modifies the classified computing environment to comply with information security plans and requirements.
• Assists in development of System Security Plans, instructions, guidance, and standard operating procedures.
• Performs system and platform audits; analyzes results and provides reports to management.
• Performs architectural analysis of cybersecurity features and relates existing systems to future needs and cybersecurity trends.
• Identifies risks and recommends/implements improvements; ensures corrective measures are taken when incidents or vulnerabilities are discovered.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable policies, regulations, and compliance documents related to classified computing assets and environments.
• Serves as technical lead during incident response situations.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related discipline and six or more years of progressive professional experience in information assurance or a related field.
• Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must possess and maintain an active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Must maintain DoD 8570 IAM Level I (e.g. Security +) professional certification as required by customers or contractual obligations.
• Experience with IC DoD policy such as Risk Management Framework and Joint SAP Implementation Guide.
• Operational experience with installing, troubleshooting, and auditing Windows desktop & server operating systems.
• Experience with DISA STIGs, SCAP tool, ACAS.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting common x86-based computer hardware.
• Demonstrate a general understanding of information assurance principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
• Experience organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
• Possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes.
• Be customer focused and possess:
  • The ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop solutions to a variety of problems;
  • Good analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals;
  • Solid computer skills.
• Able to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.