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York Space Systems

Information Systems Security Officer Senior (ISSO)

York Space Systems, Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States

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Position Information Systems Security Officer Senior (ISSO)

Location:

Greenwood Village, CO

Job Id:

743

# of Openings:

1

Salary:

$120,000-$135,000

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next generation space mission operations worldwide. York Space Systems is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to facilitate A&A (Authorization & Assessment) efforts throughout multiple systems’ RMF lifecycle. The selected candidate will lead RMF accreditation efforts, perform tasks including determining DoD requirements, hardware/software configuration management (baseline configuration), risk assessments/vulnerability assessments, testing and documenting security controls, and ensuring overall compliance with DoD Cybersecurity policies. The ideal candidate will have experience as an ISSO or in a security-relevant field, be comfortable operating in a senior role, and mentor junior ISSOs. The selected candidate will be able to speak directly with customers with little to no Information System Security Manager (ISSM) involvement and be the face of security for their selected boundaries. Responsibilities below are inclusive ISSO duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee day-today operations required to perform RMF

Manage tasks and create deadlines to meet security requirements

Be forward facing for customer interactions which will translate into system requirements

Spearhead building RMF packages within eMASS and perform continuous monitoring for the full duration of the information system lifecycle

Implement the RMF process throughout the entire A&A lifecycle of the system(s) or multiple ATOs across different locations, supporting all efforts pre and post Authority to Operate (ATO) determination

Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties to support A&A activities and coordinate with the system’s Security Controls Assessor (SCA) and Authorizing Official (AO)

Perform and review technical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and non-compliance, and recommend mitigations

Conduct risk analyses from vulnerability, compliance scans, penetration testing results, and other audit activities

Create and maintain Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), SOPs, Configuration Management Plans, Contingency Plans and Test Result/Security Impact Analyses

Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware and media

Conduct continuous monitoring (ConMon) activities for applicable authorization boundaries

Apply and maintain up-to-date applications of STIGs to required components

Maintain inventory and asset configuration including change management documentation

Lead System level change requests through formalized Configuration Control Boards (CCB)

Maintain appropriate operational security posture for the information system, collaborating with the information system owner and the ISSM

Notify ISSM of changes that might affect the authorization determination

Advise System Administrators and Network Administrators to remediate system decencies

Report security-related concerns and incidents to the ISSM

May handle security concerns in lieu of ISSM advice per system procedures

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience developing and documenting DoD Assessment and Authorization documentation

Knowledge of CNSSI 1253, NIST 800 Series (primarily 800-53, 800-53A, 800-171), RMF

5+ years of IA/Cyber Security experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or Security

Security+/CISM certification or equivalent

Experience with DCSA tools such as eMASS, STIGs and SCAP

Active Secret clearance or higher

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Well versed with RMF package creation and maintenance artifacts to support A&A decisions

Experience using DISA STIGs, Security Requirements Guide (SRG) and SCAP to audit and securely configure devices

Fundamental knowledge of DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)

Proficient with vulnerability and audit tools (Nessus and Splunk experience preferred)

Experience conducting risk analysis on products and components through CVEs, plugins, CWEs

Experience in software due diligence with COTS and GOTS solutions

Strong communication and documentation skills

Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently

Working knowledge of system functions, security policies, and operational security measures

BENEFITS In addition to compensation, York Space Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.

York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.

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