The System Security Engineer's primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC and AFSPC acquisition programs. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities to meet NIST Cybersecurity requirements for system assessment & authorization.
Performance shall include:
* Support or lead a team of System Security Engineers and Certification and Accreditation Analysts responsible for ensuring the customer's national and international security interests are protected as acquisition systems are designed and tested * Chair and or Co-Chair customer and SAP community IA working groups, participate in SSE IPT reviews * Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration with existing SAP network infrastructures * Provides expert level consultation and technical services on all aspects of Information Security * Review SSE related designs and provides security compliance recommendations * Develop and provide IA risk management recommendations to the customer * Provide SSE support for Mission and Training systems design and development * Assist with development and maintenance of the Program Protection Plan & Cybersecurity Strategy * Assist with site activation activities and design reviews * Represent the Government Program Manager in various SSE related working groups, advisory groups, and advisory council meetings
Experience:
* 8-10 years total experience, including minimum 4 years' experience within SCI or SAR environment. Minimum 2 years of SAP relevant experience highly desired.
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent additional experience (4 years)
Certifications:
* Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 3 and Information Assurance Manager Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire
Security Clearance:
* Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility * Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information * Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements:
* Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents * Full understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) processes for system accreditation, along with legacy (DITSCAP, DIACAP) processes * 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)
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