Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

This role is for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) supporting classified information systems, coordinating information security relevant projects, and ensuring that the information systems are secured to the appropriate standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain government compliance for information systems as an Information Systems Security Officer in accordance with Program Requirements and the JSIG/NIST 800-53
• Execute or support the execution of A&A activities, including development of required security documentation, including items such as System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, SCTM’s and POA&M
• Work closely with other ISSOs, the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) and Facility Security Officers (FSO).
• Perform weekly system audit reviews, media reviews, hardware/software configuration management
• Execute security testing and evaluation to ensure correct implementation of security controls
• Support the assessment and mitigation of vulnerabilities throughout a system's life cycle
• Conduct IA security education training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Perform incident response and cleanup actions, when necessary, per company or customer directions
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with internal security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must Have:

• Basic understanding of the NIST SP 800-53/JSIG
• documentation such as Security Assessment Reports, SCTM’s and POA&M’s
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and compliance automation tools
• Experience with various system security assessment/hardening tools - SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, ACAS/Nessus, etc.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision

What sets you apart:

• Outstanding communications skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team throughout the system life cycle
• DoD 8570 or 8140 Certification meeting IAM Level II (e.g., CISSP, CGRC, etc.)
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the DAAPM, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans