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Southwest Research Institute · 3 hours ago

SR. TECHNICAL SPECIALIST - TECHNICAL SPECIALIST - Information System Security

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is seeking a Sr. Technical Specialist in Information System Security to join their Security Team. The role involves conducting certification and accreditation procedures, overseeing security training programs, and managing system security inspections to protect sensitive data.

Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct certification and accreditation procedures using the DOD Risk Management Framework

Understand and interpret the DoD computer security publications to include the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide and other such publication

Test and validate new hardware and software prior to being authorized on accredited systems and manage the system change requests once items are approved

Develop and oversee computer security training program

Manage the Information System Security Self inspection program, overseeing sensitive data processing for various divisions

Review system accreditations records monthly to verify system expiration dates, contract changes to include updates and extensions

Review audit logs weekly and assist division staff with discrepancies, incidents and documentation issues

On a daily basis assist division security staff with hardening systems, scanning for vulnerabilities, or validating compliance settings

Review, test and approve or disapprove system change requests

Coordinate system accreditation efforts with government certifiers, ensure they understand our timelines and requirements and being able to relay any feedback to SwRI program managers

Qualification

Risk Management FrameworkSystem HardeningSecurity Management ToolsWindows ManagementIn-depth System AuditsDesktop SupportAuditingVulnerability Scanning

Required

Requires an Associates or a Bachelors degree in Computer Security Management, Information Systems, Information Technology or related degree field with relevant experience. Those with an Associates degree will require 10 years of professional level experience

5 years: Windows management, desktop support, system hardening, auditing, and overall ability to administers systems and networks

5 years: Utilizing security management tools such as audit reduction tools, SCAP, vulnerability scanning tools and other such security applications

2 years: Conducting in-depth system audits to include being able to interpret MS event codes and being able identify incidents and other anomalies

2 years: Submitting systems for review using the Risk Management framework

A valid/clear driver's license is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen