Information Systems Security Specialists 30424
Virginia Beach, VA - USA
Job Summary
Requisition Number:30424
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range:$89889.00-$128414.00
Security Clearance:Secret
Level of Experience:Mid
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies Global Security (GS) group comprises live virtual constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers HII designs develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness HII understands that preparation requires full coordinationnot readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systemsfrom small watercraft to submarines surface combatants and aircraft carriersHII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energys national security mission through the management and operation of its sites as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Leadership Mindset at HII Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework we define how every employee grows leads and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:
- Know & Grow Your People Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships Communicate openly collaborate well and build trust.
- Take Ownership Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future Bring ideas curiosity and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
HIIs Mission Technologies division is currently seeking four (4) Information Systems Security Specialists to support Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Dam Neck Activity (DNA) cybersecurity operations for Shore-Based Training Systems. These positions will serve as Information Systems Security Officers (ISSO) and Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE) supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) for approximately 80 cloud and shore-based training systems across PMS339 DRPM SUBS (SEA07TR) and RRL program sponsors.
- Serve as Department of Navy (DON) Information Systems Security Engineer/Officer (ISSE/ISSO) supporting RMF Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and other ISSE/ISSO responsibilities in accordance with applicable Navy policies and instructions.
- Categorize cloud and shore-based training systems and information types according to applicable Navy policies and instructions.
- Establish and maintain security baselines for cloud instances and containers in support of RMF (step 0-6) A&A and in accordance with applicable Navy policies and instructions.
- Perform annual security reviews and annual testing of security controls for assigned systems.
- Manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) entries and ensure vulnerabilities are properly tracked mitigated and resolved.
- Plan and perform cybersecurity testing to assess security controls and record security control compliance status.
- Assess quality of security control implementation against requirements and conduct vulnerability and compliance management and scanning in support of continuous monitoring efforts.
- Support development of technical artifacts engineering documentation network drawings and use of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) tools including eMASS.
- Conduct Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) testing using Evaluate-STIG and other scanning tools; produce STIG checklists and compliance reports.
- Process and analyze Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scans; develop remediation plans and track resolution.
- Support coordination efforts and liaison activities for all aspects of RMF A&A cyber engineering and system lifecycle management processes with stakeholders.
- Provide cyber technical and security engineering expertise across systems lifecycle including RMF Annual Security Controls reviews Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) and annual Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) reporting.
- Identify report and resolve security violations; identify secure solutions to isolate incidents; and ensure secure recovery and functionality of systems.
- Review and/or produce white papers decision option papers Concept of Operations (CONOPS) engineering change proposals (ECPs) systems engineering plans baseline plans integration plans and technical reports.
- Develop documentation to support ongoing system security operations maintenance and specific problem resolution.
- Attend Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings dealing with infrastructure/network upgrades including major and minor hardware/software that will potentially affect approved baselines.
- Attend DOW Navy Authorizing Official (NAO) and PAE Maritime RMF meetings to provide system-level technical updates discuss RMF control implementation and support readiness for authorization milestones.
- Support Test and Evaluation (T&E) Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) activities as needed.
- Support integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the RMF process.
- Provide analytical and technical security recommendations to the Program Office/Package Submitting Office (PSO).
- Assist in implementation and management of cybersecurity policies supporting the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) Technical Area Expert (TAE) Security Control Assessor (SCA) Functional Authority Official (FAO) Authorizing Official (AO) and facility director.
- Expected travel up to 10-15% of time for approximately one week per trip to support on-site assessments stakeholder coordination or authorization briefings.
- 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
- Experience in Cybersecurity Engineering Test & Evaluation (T&E) or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) related field.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and/or prior experience with Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP).
- Familiarity with security policies and guidance documents to assist with preparation and maintenance of process artifacts and traceability documents for compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
- Experience working with Information Assurance tools such as Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
- DoD 8140 (formerly 8570) IAT Level II or III certification (Security CASP GSEC or SSCP preferred).
- Current or active DoD Secret clearance.
- Ability to work onsite at Dam Neck Virginia Beach VA hybrid schedule. Remote/telework is at the discretion of the government.
- Experience supporting Navy shore-based training systems or cloud-based training environments.
- Knowledge of Navy cybersecurity policies instructions and continuous monitoring requirements.
- Experience with STIG compliance testing and vulnerability remediation.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS Azure or other platforms).
- Familiarity with Navy authorization processes and working with Navy Authorizing Officials.
- U.S. Navy background with information assurance or training systems experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefing technical and non-technical audiences.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location expectations and responsibilities. When extending an offer HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include but are not limited to the roles function and a candidates education or training work experience and key skills.
Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR AI and Big Data cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.
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About Company
America's largest shipbuilder with 140+ years advancing U.S. national security — delivering powerful naval vessels, unmanned systems, and all-domain defense technologies.