Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field preferred.
6+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity or related fields.
Top Secret/SCI clearance is mandatory.
CompTIA Security+ certification required.
Experience with DoD and/or Intelligence Community space system acquisition programs.
Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD/IC cybersecurity policies and best practices.
Proficient in IT Security requirements, architecture, and design.
Responsibilities
Implement and enforce all Air Force cybersecurity policies and countermeasures.
Maintain required cybersecurity certification in accordance with AFMAN 17-1303.
Ensure users have necessary security clearances and complete annual cybersecurity training.
Maintain user access control documentation per AF Records Information Management System.
Ensure compliance of software, hardware, and firmware with security configuration guidelines.
Follow proper configuration management procedures before implementation.
Coordinate changes with system-level ISSM, SCA, and Wing Cybersecurity office.
Initiate protective measures when security incidents or vulnerabilities are discovered.
Report security incidents to the system-level ISSM and wing cybersecurity office as per AFI 17-203.
Initiate exceptions or waivers to cybersecurity requirements.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
Collaborative team setting with a focus on cybersecurity.
Potential for professional development and training opportunities.
Travel opportunities up to 10%.
Engagement with cutting-edge technology in the defense sector.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will work on Defensive Cyber Operations for Space (DCO-S) providing expertise and support in network security engineering and/or integration of security products. This is a fast-paced and highly challenging position where you will be a member of a team. The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for the assigned IT. This includes the following activities related to maintaining situational awareness and initiating actions to improve or restore cybersecurity posture.
The ISSO:
Implements and enforce all AF cybersecurity policies, procedures, and countermeasures.
Completes and maintains required cybersecurity certification IAW AFMAN 17-1303 Individuals in this position must be U.S. citizens.
Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances and need-to-know, complete annual cybersecurity training, and are aware of their responsibilities before being granted access to IT according to AFMAN 17-1301.
Maintains all authorized user access control documentation IAW the applicable AF Records Information Management System.
Ensures software, hardware, and firmware comply with appropriate security configuration guidelines (e.g., security technical implementation guides /security requirement guides).
Ensure proper configuration management procedures are followed prior to implementation and contingent upon necessary approval.
Coordinate changes or modifications with the system-level ISSM, SCA, and/or the Wing Cybersecurity office.
Initiate protective or corrective measures, in coordination with the ISSM, when a security incident or vulnerability is discovered.
Reports security incidents or vulnerabilities to the system-level ISSM and wing cybersecurity office according to AFI 17-203, Cyber Incident Handling.
Initiates exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirement.
Ability to travel up to 10%.
Education/Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, Mathematics or a related technical field is desired.
6+ years of relevant experience
Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
Sec+ required
Experience working with DoD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) space system acquisition programs.
Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD / IC cybersecurity requirements, policies and best practices.
Experience with IT Security including requirements, architecture and design.
For this role, the annual compensation range for candidates in Colorado is $100K-$163K. Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience. FTI has a location-based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in other locations.
