DCS Corp · 4 months ago
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Sterling Heights, MI, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDCS Corp is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to provide security engineering support for embedded electronics systems for DoD ground vehicles. The ISSO will lead project teams, review systems for vulnerabilities, and coordinate cybersecurity activities to ensure compliance with DoD guidelines.
AerospaceManagement ConsultingNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead a combined project team of government and contract employees located in many different locations while meeting directed delivery dates to meet fielding requirements
Review ground combat vehicles systems for vulnerabilities and recommend controls
Develop and input data into to support the Department of Defense Risk Mitigation Framework
Coordinate with government personnel to plan, coordinate and execute penetration testing
Lead a combined project team of government and contract employees to develop Army Acquisition Milestone Documentation
Provide electrical, mechanical and software support to Combat Vehicle system planning, design, development, and execution
Work in a team environment with our Army customer and DCS Engineers
Develop Subject Matter Expertise on a variety of combat vehicle subsystems
Appointed as an ISSO for a program or can function as cybersecurity support staff
Supports the Information System Owner (ISO)/Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in their efforts to enforce and implement DoD/Army cybersecurity policies and procedures as mandated
In partnership with cybersecurity staff, recommend common and system-specific security controls for ISO approval
In partnership with cybersecurity staff, continually review the selected security controls and assist in determining their adequacy and suitability for protecting the information and information system
Notify Cybersecurity IPT when changes occur that might affect the Information System accreditation/certification (ECP, Policy, Vulnerability, etc.)
Report non-compliance issues and concerns through the Cybersecurity IPT in the event of identification (Scans, Document Review, New Technology, etc.)
Participate in discovery of vulnerabilities and document mitigations in eMASS identified by Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)
As necessary, participate in technical reviews, program and/or Cybersecurity IPT, and internal assessment/evaluation team meetings
Provide guidance and assistance to the supporting Cybersecurity IPT to ensuring documents are prepared, drafted, and maintained in accordance with the DoD Risk Management Framework
In conjunction with the Cybersecurity IPT, monitor compliance with DOD/Army cybersecurity policies and procedures to ensure information system is operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with proper security policies and in accordance with programmatic documents during tenure with program
Maintain a current working knowledge of NIST, DOD, Army guidance and regulations as they pertain to cybersecurity system authorization activities and the DOD RMF process
In coordination and collaboration with cybersecurity staff, the ISSO will assist with drafting cyber-related aspects, monitoring, and maintaining the below security documentation examples and enter into eMASS
Qualification
Required
Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Assurance, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, or Information Technology with at least 2 years of experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
Some exposure to Cyber or at least a willingness to work in and learn Cyber (preferable DoD RMF process)
Familiar with Systems Engineering and Software Engineering processes
Ability to travel to various customer and contractor facilities and test centers (10% Travel)
Preferred
CompTIA Secuirty+ certification
CISSP
CASP+ / SecurityX certification
Prior Military Experience
Familiar with DoD C4ISR Systems such as: BFT, SINCGARS, WIN-T and/or familiar with Network Operations or Tactical Intranet
Experience with US Army Ground Combat Vehicle System Electronics Hardware and Software
Experience in Information Assurance, Computer Security, Risk Management Framework for Ground Combat/Military Systems
Familiarity with DoD systems acquisition process
Company
DCS Corp
DCS Corp creates innovative technology solutions for their customers in the national security sector.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Benbow
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Phelps
EVP and Chief Financial Officer
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