Information System Security Engineer

Information System Security Engineer

LOCATION: El Segundo, CA

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI

TRAVEL: As Needed

SALARY: 180,000 to 220,000

Astrion is seeking a Information System Security Engineer to support our customer in El Segundo, CA.

The Cybersecurity Analyst provides direct Assessment & Authorization support to the Space Systems Command, Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power, Innovation and Prototyping Delta.

The Innovation and Prototyping Delta provides next-generation rapid, innovative & affordable technology that leverages international, commercial, & interagency partnerships.

This position requires a DoD Top Secret Clearance to start.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Minimum 5+ years in Information Assurance functions including but not limit to the DoD Certification & Accreditation process, the RMF process, the Enterprise Information Technology Data Repository (EITDR), EMASS, monitoring and maintaining the Vulnerability Management System, CMI activities.
• Top Secret clearance and SCI Eligible.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP, or equivalent) 8570 compliance
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• CompTIA Security+ will work providing if having Certification & Accreditation (C&A) or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) experience under Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Familiarity with Risk Management Framework protocols.
• Advanced-level competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Familiarity with Space System Command (Formerly Space and Missile Systems Center) Certification and Authorization (C&A) procedures.
• Excellent and detail-oriented organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, updates, accomplishes Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) entries and updates, coordinates and staffs Certification and Authorization (C&A) packages for mission systems in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework.
• Administers mission systems information assurance telecoms and eMASS database updates
• Registers mission systems within the Air Force Information Technology Investment Portfolio Suite (ITIPS) in compliance with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
• Reviews mission systems certification policies, programs, procedures and reports for initial and follow-on system releases, including new and evolving cyber system requirements and documents findings with suggested changes
• Conducts and documents Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) and physical security penetration tests on mission systems.
• Revalidates information assurance and cyber controls for accredited mission systems and documents findings with suggested changes.
• Assesses as required, higher headquarters directed changes in the C&A policy requirements for their impact on mission system security posture or Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorized systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development
• Multiple healthcare benefits package options
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation’s Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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