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SRI · 11 hours ago

ISSO (Information Systems Security Officer) - TS clearance required

Menlo Park, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$113K/yr - $168K/yr

5+ years exp

SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join their IA team. The role involves oversight and implementation of security requirements on classified systems, ensuring compliance with various security standards and providing technical guidance throughout the system life cycle.

Advanced MaterialsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionCyber SecurityNon ProfitRobotics

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain C&A (RMF) packages for classified information systems

Prepare and analyze test results for development into a POA&M

Providing information security support and technical security guidance in all phases of the system life cycle

Perform software patch installation, antivirus updates, and conduct security self-reviews

Ensure configuration management (CM) for security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware is maintained and documented

Perform evaluation and obtain DAO authorization for new software, hardware, and firmware use before implementation on the system

Identify security vulnerabilities and provide guidance on mitigating risk

Initiate protective or corrective measures when a security incident or vulnerability is discovered. Ensure that system recovery processes are monitored to ensure that security features and procedures are properly restored

Represent IA in security, project, and technical exchange meetings

Perform limited system administration tasks to include desktop/server support, and network administration functions

Must be available for occasional after-hours assistance

Limited travel within the continental United States will be required

Qualification

DoD 8570 certificationC&A experienceISSO/ISSM trainingLinux Operating SystemWindows Operating SystemValidation testingCustomer service skillsBasic networking skillsComputer hardware skillsCommunicationOrganizational skills

Required

Must be a U.S. citizen with a current TS security clearance

Possession of DoD 8570 certification, and completion of appropriate USG-sponsored (DOD, DNI, etc.) ISSO/ISSM training courses

Minimum of 5 years of C&A experience directly related to the NISPOM/DAAPM, JSIG, 800-53 and ICD503 accreditation processes and 2 years in system administration/desktop support

Must have the ability to conduct validation testing using automated assessment tools

Excellent communication, organizational and customer service skills

Experience using and auditing of both Linux and Windows Operating systems, in physical and virtual environments

Lifting (max 40 lbs.) occasionally required. Must be able to manipulate hand tools

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred or a combination of related information security experience will be considered

Working knowledge of COMSEC equipment to include handling keying material and troubleshooting encryption devices

Basic networking and computer hardware skills

Ability to conduct validation testing using automated assessment tools

Specialized knowledge in areas such as security training and awareness, computer forensic investigations, systems security administration, data recovery and network security control, design, and implementation, as well as facility and physical security requirements