Annapolis Junction, Maryland, USA
Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI Polygraph
Job Description
Looking for an Exciting Career Move? It is Waiting for You at BAE Systems!
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting an important, fast-paced, mission critical program. The selected candidate will act as an ISSO for a large software development program which includes software maintenance and development, IT support (Network/Workstation/Server), systems integration and life cycle support, enterprise application development, network engineering, and information systems security (ISS). They will work with other security professionals in developing and implementing strategies to detect and mitigate threats to information systems, protect critical data sets, and provide assessments of system and network vulnerabilities. They will analyze threats and develop and implement best practices methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing multiple types information.
Assist with the CM for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades.
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program.
Provide support to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system, program, or enclave.
Develop and maintain documentation for C&A in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies.
Develop and update the system security plans and other IA documentation.
Provide CM for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.
Develop system security policy and ensure compliance.
Administer the user identification and authentication mechanisms of the Information System (IS).
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
At least 12 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with at least one of the following (preferably more): current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools.
Experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Experience preparing and maintaining SSPs or security related documentation.
Experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program.
Demonstrated experience performing day-to-day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems.
Must be committed to developing and adhering to best practices.
Must be a solutions-oriented team player and must possess a high level of self-initiative.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
MDOPS
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
Experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on a software development and integration program.
DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, and encryption techniques/tools.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U. S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U. S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.
BAE Systems / Equal Opportunity Employer
JBBAE 93270BR 2023.07.16
Top Secret with CI Poly, CLZTS, CLZCI, SKCYB, — SKUUU, MD_ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION MD_MARYLAND ZC20755 ZC207Z
