Information Systems Security Officer - Edwards Air Force Base, CA, United States - ManTech International

Description

Secure our Nation, Ignite your

Future Summary:
Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first
At ManTech, you'll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement
Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III - POAM Admin III to join our team in Lancaster, CA

Description:

• The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - POAM Admin III maintains the appropriate operational security posture for an information system, working closely with the ISSM and ISO to administer the Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) to maintain operations of authorized systems

They have detailed knowledge and expertise to manage the security aspects of an information system and may be responsible for the day-to-day security operations of a system, inclusive of physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness
They coordinate with the ISSM and ISSR in monitoring the information system(s) and operational environment, including developing and updating the authorization documentation and implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries
They assess the security impact of those changes and make recommendations to the ISSM
Their primary function is to support consistent delivery of cybersecurity services to Federal Agency customers
They provide day-to-day implementation, oversight, continuous monitoring, and maintenance of the security configuration, practices, and procedures for each IS
They liaise between the system owner and other IS security personnel, ensuring that appropriate security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the IS lifecycle and that system security documentation is developed, maintained, reviewed, and updated on a continuous basis
They conduct required IS vulnerability scans according to risk assessment parameters; develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) in response to reported security vulnerabilities; manage the risks to information systems and other Agency assets by coordinating appropriate correction or mitigation actions and oversee and track the timely completion of POA&M; and coordinate system owner concurrence for correction or mitigation actions
They monitor security controls for Agency customer information systems, maintaining security for Authorization to Operate (ATO); upload security control artifacts to the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) application to support security control implementation during the monitoring phase; and ensure that changes to an agency IS, its environment, and/or operational needs that may affect the authorization status are reported to the system owner and IS Security Manager (ISSM)
They oversee the removal and retirement of information systems being decommissioned in coordination with the system owner, ISSM, and ISSR and possess working knowledge of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ATO processes
The ISSO - POAM Admin III is a senior role with experience in operational security processes necessary for risk identification and mitigation for cloud information systems
The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - POAM Admin III supervises, and mentors subordinate project and Team ManTech staff

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of five (5) years of position-specific relevant experience.
• DoD Directive m for Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level III or Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level III Certifications.
• Experienced in roles such as System or Network Administrator or ISSO.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM or related discipline with 9 years of experience

(Can be substituted for a HS diploma with 13 years of experience or an Associates with 11 years of experience.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or other cyber discipline.
• Experience and/or certifications associated with Risk Management Framework (RMF), ICD 503, NIST SP800-53 or DCID 6/3.
• Experience in current authorization practices, particularly within the DoD

Clearance Requirements:

• The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Eligible Clearance is required prior to starting this position.
• Must be a US Citizen

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations
The projected compensation range for this position is $119,000-$198,300
There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories
In addition, ManTech invests in it's employees beyond just compensation
ManTech's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections

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