Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Information Systems Security Officer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions • $80K — $95K *
Birmingham, AL 35242In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance required, with ability to obtain SCI/SAP access.
  • 5+ years of IT experience in classified environments or 3+ years as ISSM/ISSO in security/intelligence fields.
  • Associate's degree in IT discipline preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of DoD IS security policies.
  • Certification under DoDM 8140/DoD 8570 (Technician Level 2-3) required within 6 months of hire.
  • Experience with Windows/Linux OS and large-scale server systems.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the ISSO for Kratos KSRE Inc Birmingham.
  • Implement risk management framework for classified systems.
  • Produce and maintain comprehensive security documentation including BoE, risk assessments, and SSPs.
  • Maintain security posture and conduct continuous monitoring.
  • Participate as a member of the Change Control Board (CCB).
  • Assist with unclassified security operations and incident response.
  • Support IT functions related to unclassified services.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for continuous professional development and certification.
  • Supportive team environment with collaboration across IT and security functions.
  • Engagement with a critical role in national security operations.
  • Potential for career growth within a leading organization in the security sector.
Full Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Information Systems Security Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operations and support of classified information systems. This position will report to the Information Security Operations Manager/ISSM on all aspects of classified information system security operation. This position will augment the Information Security and Information Technology staff supporting unclassified corporate networks and systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for Kratos KSRE Inc Birmingham.
  • Implement the risk management framework for classified systems, typically following the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), DAAG or JSIG process and supporting communications with cognizant security authorities.
  • Serve as the primary resource for classified systems.
  • Produce and maintain Body of Evidence (BoE) documentation to include risk assessments, System Security Plan (SSP's) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M's).
  • Maintain the day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring for all systems, including patching and updates.
  • Serve as a member of the Change Control Board (CCB).
  • Assist Information Security team in unclassified security operations, including continuous monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management.
  • Assist Information Technology team in unclassified services functions.


Other Job Functions
  • Other duties as assigned.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Thorough understanding of US Government (specifically DoD) IS security policies.
  • Strong communication skills, strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects; ability to work with people in a team environment and deal effectively with changing project priorities.
  • Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions.
  • High degree of attention to detail.
  • Must have active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance and be able to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or any necessary Special Access Programs (SAP).
  • DoDM 8140/DoD 8570 approved (Technician Level 2-3) certification required within 6 months of hire.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • U.S. Secret Clearance required. Associate degree (IT discipline preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in Information Technology (IT) in a classified environment, or 3+ years of experience as an ISSM/ISSO in government/industrial security or an intelligence career field.
  • Knowledge of technical standards relating to information system security; experience administering Windows and Linux operating systems, experience with large-scale server systems, thin client architecture, system virtualization and other related peripherals.
  • Experience with Certification and Authorization requirements as outlined in the NISPOM, RMF for DoD IT, ICD 503, JSIG/JAFAN & NIST RMF.


WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position is required to work predominately in an office setting.

Physical Demands
  • Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area Ability to stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area Ability to climb stairs in performing the work.
  • Ability to walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. provides mission critical products, solutions, and services in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Kratos Government Solutions, Unmanned Systems, and Public Safety & Security. The Kratos Government Solutions segment offers microwave electronic products, satellite communications, training systems, modular systems, and defense and rocket support services. The Unmanned Systems segment provides unmanned aerial, ground, and seaborne, as well as command, control, and communications systems. The Public Safety & Security segment designs, engineers, deploys, operates, integrates, maintains, and operates security and surveillance solutions for homeland security, public safety, critical infrastructure, government, and commercial customers. The company serves national security related agencies, the department of defense, intelligence agencies, and classified agencies, as well as international government agencies and domestic and international commercial customers; and critical infrastructure, power generation, power transport, nuclear energy, financial, IT, healthcare, education, transportation, and petro-chemical industries, as well as government and military customers. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Learn more about Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Size
3,300 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$79.6 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+8.4%
Revenue
$747.6 million
NASDAQ
KTOS
* Ladders Estimates

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