General Dynamics

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

General Dynamics$112K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics plus 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance required at hire.
  • Experience developing System Security Plans (SSP) and related documentation like Security Assessment Reports.
  • Familiarity with risk management and compliance tools eMASS and Service NOW.
  • Possess DoD 8570 or 8140 Certification meeting IAM Level II standards.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure security and integrity of classified information systems.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments and manage security documentation.
  • Monitor system compliance with security requirements.
  • Perform security audits and manage incident response activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to gain new knowledge and experience with top-secret technologies.
  • Collaborative environment with bold thinkers exploring innovative solutions.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

 

Clearance Requirements:Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for classified systems at General Dynamics Mission Systems, you will ensure the security and integrity of classified information systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain robust security measures. In this role, you will develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures, conduct risk assessments, and manage security-related documentation. You will monitor and evaluate system compliance with security requirements, provide guidance on information security best practices, and ensure adherence to government and industry standards. Additionally, you will perform security audits, manage incident response activities, and collaborate with other security professionals to address and mitigate security risks. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Are you ready to make a difference?

 

What you’ll experience:

  • Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
  • A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
  • Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

 

What you bring to the table:

  • Experience developing System Security Plans (SSP) and all supporting Assessment and Authorization documentation such asSecurity Assessment Reports, SCTM’s and POA&M’s
  • Experience with eMASS and Service NOW (SNOW) risk management and compliance automation tools
  • Experience with various system security assessment/hardening tools - SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, ACAS/Nessus, etc
  • Trained and proficient in Assured File Transfer (AFT) procedures
  • Self-starter with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
  • Department of Defense Secret clearance required at time of hire and Top Secret obtainable within a reasonable time frame based on requirements.

 

What sets you apart:

  • Outstanding communications skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team throughout the system life cycle
  • DoD 8570 or 8140 Certification meeting IAM Level II (e.g., CISSP, CAP, etc.)
  • Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the NISPOM-DAAG, NIST SP 800-53, and NIST 800-171

 

The qualified candidate shall:

  • 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’s
  • 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 systems 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)

 

• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Salary NoteThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary RangeUSD $112,924.00 - USD $125,275.00 /Yr.

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

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Size
103,100 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$37.9 billion
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