Missile Defense Cyber Security Engineer/ ISSO

Huntsville, AL, US

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nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) enables our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

 

We are pleased to announce the opening for a Missile Defense Cyber Security Engineer/ Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), who will join our Engineering Services Division in Huntsville, Alabama and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team that supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground Based Mid-Course Defense Program Office (GMD).

 

Responsibilities

You’ll be: 

  • Assisting in System Security Plans (SSPs) development, Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC) and, Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
  • Performing technical work utilizing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process including analyzing and solving Information Assurance (IA)-related technical problems.
  • Ensuring that system security artifacts are developed, reviewed, and updated as needed.
  • Confirming that all RMF requirements are properly addressed and required artifacts are loaded and managed within Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
  • Demonstrating ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop actionable recommendations with effective solutions.
  • Interfacing with other cyber teams to review RMF Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and ensure timely delivery of CDRL artifacts, while providing feedback to ensure the sufficiency and quality of cyber artifacts.
  • Periodically conducting a review of each system’s audits and monitors corrective actions until all actions are closed.
  • Performing vulnerability/risk analysis of systems using expertise in relevant information systems security.
  • Tracking and monitoring Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
  • Conducting reviews of cybersecurity artifacts and technical briefings and work with customer to resolve any findings.
  • Ensuring that identified security controls are implemented and operating as intended through all phases of the lifecycle.

 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years related professional experience.
  • You must possess or can obtain an Active SECRET clearance. 
  • DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level II certification (Sec +).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with DoD's RMF and SSP processes.
  • IAM Level III (CISSP, CISM).
  • Experience Managing Cyber Task Orders (CTOs) reporting, mitigation, and compliance.
  • Experience in the Missile Defense Agency.
  • Ability to coach and develop junior team members.

 

nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family. 

 

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status, but the majority of our positions include the following:

  • Competitive Wages*
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
  • Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Norton LifeLock 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. 

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Tags: Audits CISM CISSP Clearance Compliance DoD DoDD 8570 eMASS IAM Monitoring POA&M Risk analysis Risk management RMF System Security Plan

Perks/benefits: Career development Competitive pay Equity / stock options Flex hours Flexible spending account Flex vacation Health care Insurance Team events

Region: North America
Country: United States

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