Information Systems Security Officer

MANTECH is seeking a motivated, customer-oriented Information Systems Security Officer II to join our team in the El Segundo, CA area.

The ISSO's primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC and AFSPC mission areas. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall include:

• Review, prepare, and update AIS accreditation packages. Identify AIS vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
• Notify customer when changes occur that might affect AIS accreditation/certification.
• Perform AIS self-inspections, provide security coordination and review of all system test plans.
• Conduct security surveys at subordinate facilities and gather pertinent security documentation for inclusion into system accreditation packages.
• Maintain AIS security records and prepare Co-Utilization Agreements for network nodes operating in government facilities.
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.
• Ensure AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or 4 additional relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.
• 3 years of related experience
• 2 years of relevant SCI experience
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Must complete training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM)
• Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of SAP-related experience highly desired.
• Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note - could be extensive, and will include both air and ground transportation)

Clearance Requirements:

• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program.
• Willingness to submit to a polygraph.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.