Security Officer
Full Time
Herndon, VA
$62,510 - $105,628 a year
Posted Today
Job description
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Information System Security Officer at our location in Herndon, Virginia.
With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in monitoring, evaluating and administering system compliance with information technology (IT) security requirements to ensure company, regulatory and customer requirements are met.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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Job Qualifications:
Salary:$62,510 - $105,628 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance LevelTop Secret WorkstyleOnsite
We have an exciting opportunity for an Information System Security Officer at our location in Herndon, Virginia.
With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in monitoring, evaluating and administering system compliance with information technology (IT) security requirements to ensure company, regulatory and customer requirements are met.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists leadership in interpreting regulations as they apply to information systems, platforms, and IT operating processes, practices and procedures.
- Develops or modifies the classified computing environment to comply with information security plans and requirements.
- Assists in development of System Security Plans, instructions, guidance, and standard operating procedures.
- Performs system and platform audits; analyzes results and provides reports to management.
- Provides architectural analysis of cybersecurity features and relates existing systems to future needs and cybersecurity trends.
- Identifies risks and recommends/implements improvements; ensures corrective measures are taken when incidents or vulnerabilities are discovered.
- Maintains knowledge of applicable policies, regulations, and compliance documents related to classified computing assets and environments.
- Represents the organization as a senior cybersecurity contact with internal and external representatives.
- Integrates security requirements (e.g. DISA STIGs) into new architectures or adapts them to existing solutions.
- Functions in a leadership role by providing direction and training to less experienced staff.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- May serve as technical lead during incident response situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelors degree in a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
- Must maintain DoD 8570 IAM Level I (e.g. Security +) professional certification as required by customers or contractual obligations.
- Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of cybersecurity principles, theories and concepts.
- Must project leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
- Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes.
- Proficient with scripting (e.g. PowerShell, Bash)
- Must be customer focused and possess:
- The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop creative solutions to a variety of complex technical problems;
- Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including management and external parties:
- excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees, including management and external parties;
- The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;
- The ability to represent the company as a technical expert on external projects; and
- Demonstrated proficiency in multiple operating systems (e.g. Windows 10, Windows Server, Linux) and associated services (e.g. Active Directory, LDAP).
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
Salary:$62,510 - $105,628 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance LevelTop Secret WorkstyleOnsite
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