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General Dynamics · 3 months ago

IT Security Specialist

USA-MA-Pittsfield

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leading provider of high technology solutions and services for defense and scientific missions. The IT Security Specialist will support classified information systems as an Information Systems Security Officer, ensuring compliance with security standards and managing security-related projects.

AerospaceNational SecurityPublic Transportation

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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)

Qualification

NIST SP 800-53Risk Management FrameworkDoD 8570 CertificationSecurity Assessment ReportsSystem Security Assessment ToolsOutstanding communication skillsCollaborative teamworkSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire

U.S. citizenship is required

Basic understanding of the NIST SP 800-53/JSIG

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