Essential Responsibilities:

• Must have a thorough working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), NISPOM Overprint and/or DOD JSIG Manual.
• Assists Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to maintain approvals/accreditations for all classified systems and ensures transmission to appropriate government agencies on a timely basis.
• Assist ISSM in developing information System Security Plans (SSP), Concept of Operations (CONOPS)and best practices and guidelines for classified systems.
• Assist ISSM in performing administrative duties to authoring SSP and all other approval / accreditation paperwork for approvals.
• Assist ISSM in developing, implementing, explaining, briefing, and training the system custodians/users concerning their duties/responsibilities on accredited systems.
• Assist ISSM in investigating security incidents and recommending corrective actions.
• Implement and enforce all AF cybersecurity policies, procedures, and countermeasures.
• Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances and need-to-know, complete annual cybersecurity training, and are aware of their responsibilities before being granted access to the IT according to AFMAN 17-1301.
• Maintain all authorized user access control documentation IAW the applicable AF Records Information Management System.
• Ensure software, hardware, and firmware complies with appropriate security configuration guidelines(e.g., security technical implementation guides /security requirement guides).
• Ensure proper configuration management procedures are followed prior to implementation and contingent upon necessary approval. Coordinate changes or modifications with the system-level ISSM,SCA, and/or the Wing Cybersecurity office and to the CO and GPM
• Initiate protective or corrective measures, in coordination with the ISSM, when a security incident or vulnerability is discovered.
• Report security incidents or vulnerabilities to the system-level ISSM, wing cybersecurity office according to AFI 17-203, Cyber Incident Handling and to the CO and GPM
• Initiate exceptions, deviations, or waivers to cybersecurity requirements.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining the system security plans for each accredited classified computer systems at assigned site.
• Must possess a strong working knowledge of computer systems and system software.
• Conducts weekly audits of all approved systems.
• Ensures compliance with government and company security policies.
• Uploads and updates documents for projects in Xacta in the Risk Management Framework to attain Interim Authorization to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC), and Authority to Operate (ATO), as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in support of a safe working environment.
• Perform all other position related duties, as assigned, or requested.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, kneeling, standing, and walking, routinely sitting and constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI security clearance. Please note, US citizenship is required to obtain a TS clearance.
• Associate degree or major certification and 7 years relative experience in Information Assurance, System or Network Administration OR High School diploma and 10 years relative experience in Information Assurance, System or Network Administration, augmented by ongoing academic/technical/military training and/or certification programs specific to the work unit hardware/software tools.
• Must have advanced understanding of computers and their peripherals and designated operating systems.
• Must be self-directed and able to establish and meet project guidelines/timelines.
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Possess and maintain a DoD 8570.01-M IA Certification matched to assigned duties.
• DODM 5205.07 Risk Management Framework, Operational Requirements and Contract Specific IA requirements experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information assurance or related field.
• Experience with COMSEC accounts.
• Understanding of GSA approved security containers and locks.

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