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Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM w/active TS clearance)- Birmingham

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc
  • Birmingham, AL
    4 days ago

    Job Description

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    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    • Must be a United States citizen
    • Must have active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance/or able to get one and be able to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or any necessary Special Access Programs (SAP)
    • Bachelor of Science (IT - related 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, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

    • 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 32CFR Part 117 NISPOM, RMF for DoD IT, ICD 503, JSIG/JAFAN & NIST RMF
    • 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
    • DoDD 8140/DoD 8570 approved (Technician Level 2-3) certification required within 6 months of hire

    WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    This position is required to work predominately in an office setting. Entry to laboratory environment will require use of PPE. Physical requirements include the ability to:

    • Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time
    • Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
    • Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
    • Climb stairs in performing the work
    • Lift up to 10 pounds
    • Walk for reasonable distances in performing the work

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    • 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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    GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

    The ISSM will be responsible for system security, testing, and system accreditation activities including: Developing and maintaining cybersecurity RMF and ATO related documentation. Develop and update System Security Plans (SSP), developing corrective action plans, receive approval, and track implementation of corrective actions in designated tool.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    • Serve as an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
    • 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, SSP's and POA&M's.
    • Maintain the day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring for all systems, including patching and updates.
    • Review and implement DD254 requirements of all classified systems
    • Maintain eMASS account and provide system awareness for all approved ATO's

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBirmingham, AL
    IndustryAerospace and Defense
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Websitehttp://www.kratosdefense.com/

    About Company

    Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS) is a specialized Technology Company providing mission critical products, solutions and services for United States National Security. Kratos' core capabilities are sophisticated engineering, manufacturing and system integration offerings for National Security platforms and programs. Kratos' areas of expertise include Command, Control, Communications, Computing, Combat and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems, satellite communications, electronic warfare, unmanned systems, hypersonic systems, directed and high power energy systems, electromagnetic railgun, missile defense, cyber warfare, cybersecurity, information assurance, and critical infrastructure security. Kratos has primarily an engineering and technically oriented work force of approximately 3,100. Substantially all of Kratos' work is performed on a military base, in a secure facility or at a critical infrastructure location.

    Skills

    • Code of Federal Regulationsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Communications Security (COMSEC)unmatched
    • Computer Securityunmatched
    • Computer Serversunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • DoD Directive 8140unmatched
    • DoD Directive 8570unmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Governmentunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • International Classification of Diseases (ICD)unmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Large-Scale Systemsunmatched
    • Linux Operating Systemunmatched
    • Microsoft Windows System Administrationunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Peripheral Hardwareunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Risk Management Framework (RMF)unmatched
    • SAPunmatched
    • Security Monitoringunmatched
    • Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)unmatched
    • Software Patchesunmatched
    • Stock Purchase Plansunmatched
    • System Architectureunmatched
    • System Testunmatched
    • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Thin Clientsunmatched
    • Top Secret Clearanceunmatched
    • U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)unmatched
    • United States Citizenunmatched
    • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
    • Virtualizationunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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