Information Systems Security Officer - 24-001

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME
COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND A COMPANY THAT CARES!
Relocation Available
AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans employer, is a rapidly growing Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cyber Security and Systems Engineering. With offices on both the East and West coasts, an inviting culture and above-standard benefits, opportunity abounds for the right individual!
Information Systems Security Officer - 24-001 - San Diego, California
As a growing Department of Defense Contractor, AUSGAR Technologies is expanding its workforce and has an opening for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) working in the Point Loma area of San Diego, California.
AUSGAR is currently seeking an Information Systems Security Officer to support the execution of Risk Management Framework (RMF) work strong understanding of National Security Agency (NSA) requirements. ISSO will be responsible for Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) compliance, program/project Configuration Management (CM) and compliance with NAVWAR Technical Authority products and processes. The scope of this effort includes examination of the system architectures, engineering processes and cybersecurity functionality.

• Leverage expertise in administering US government security policies and procedures for multiple programs as the Information System Security Officer.
• Create Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages using Risk Management Framework for computer networks using government standards, including ensuring systems are operated, maintained and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures, as outlined in the security authorization package.
• Work with NSA to ensure cybersecurity requirements are being met.
• Maintain responsibility for hardware and software control, computer security briefings, educating users within the security program and ensuring business needs are met.
• Work with systems administrators to ensure all Systems Security procedures are being followed in accordance with the applicable System Security Plan (SSP) and Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM).
• Ensure audit files are maintained and reviewed in accordance with client requirements, offer sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions.
• Manage system administrators as needed for software patch installation and antivirus updates.
• Conduct security self-reviews and Continuous Monitoring (CONMON) requirements.
• Lead CM efforts to coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software or firmware of a system to ensure compliance with configuration management policy.

Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have a current Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Must have or be able to obtain within six months of hire, a DoD 8570 IAT Level III cert, i.e., CISSP, CASP CE, CISA, GCED, GICSP, CGIC.
• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Computer Science/Information Systems/Cybersecurity from an accredited university, five years plus of applicable experience with cybersecurity and two years plus applicable experience as an ISSO or ISSM.
• Must have experience working with NSA on processes and procedures.
• Preferably ISSO/ISSM/IAM experience directly supporting NSA.
• Experience with operating systems and configurations, including LAN, WAN, or VLAN.
• Experience with VM environments.
• Knowledge of XACTA or eMASS.
• Knowledge of the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process for DoD computers.
• Knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DCSA Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Process Manual, Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 703, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and associated National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) publications.
• Knowledge of incident handling, including data spills for unclassified and classified systems.
• Knowledge of virtual environments and hypervisors.

Salary Range: $110-150K
An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check.
AUSGAR's salary range is dependent upon a variety of factors, which include experience, skills, education, certifications and geographical location. Our salary range includes a base salary and excellent benefits package as part of our total compensation.
AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for females, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e-mail us at jobs@ausgar.com if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access www.ausgar.com careers page as a result of your disability.