Information Systems Security Officer ISSO - China Lake CA

JT4 Point Mugu is seeking an Information Systems Security Specialist. This role is responsible for assessing, developing and implementing programs and controls set in place to help increase cybersecurity within our company. The Information Systems Security Specialist will be detail-oriented, have great problem-solving and analytical skills, and a passion for cybersecurity.

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

An ideal candidate will have an active DoD secret clearance

This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework

Job Summary Essential Functions/Duties

This position is the on-site technical specialist for monitoring information systems and maintaining the environment of operation to include developing and updating System Security Plans, managing and controlling changes to the systems, conducting audits, providing incident response, perpetration for vulnerability assessments, and assessing the security impact of security and non-security-relevant changes.

Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:

• Provides incident handling in conjunction with the Facility Security Office (FSO) and Information Security Officer / Information Systems Security Manager (ISSO/ISSM)
• Assists in writing and maintaining computer security processes to meet Air Force requirements of Risk Management Framework
• Monitors computer system use and audits logs
• Makes recommendations for future hardware / software implementations and related process improvements
• This position requires skills in team building and customer service
• Provides operational status as required
• Uses established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete complex assignments requiring originality and ingenuity performed under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution
• Provides security training and awareness briefings
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements Education, Technical, and Work Experience

Associates or higher degree in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic/technical training/certification. Possess two to three years of experience in computer system security and/or related areas of expertise. Must be compliant to DoD 8570.01-M levels and possess or working toward Security+ certification with a CISSP desired. Should have experience with JSIG, NIST 800 and NISPOM, Chapter 8.

In addition, an Information Systems Security Specialist must possess the following qualifications:

• Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in computer security and information systems and working experience with Microsoft Office, Access, and Visio
• Must possess experience supporting various system configurations such as Stand Alone, Local Area Networks, and Wide Area Networks
• Must possess excellent skills in verbal and written communications, planning, and organizing
• Ability to work under deadlines. Employee is expected to routinely cross fields in the completion of somewhat difficult and varied assignments. Government vehicle is used on an as-needed basis
• Ability to work in a field environment at remote locations with occasional overnight assignments
• Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.

Salary

The expected salary range for this position is $83,907.20 to $98,907.20 annually.

The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary

range this role will pay. JT4 LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
  • JT4 will match 50% up to an 8% contribution
  • 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other Responsibilities

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

Working Conditions

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JCIS11; A4CLR