Cyber Systems Security Engineer II - Military veterans preferred

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Knowledge and experience with information network security equipment. Understanding of information network threats such as computer viruses. Tests and operates firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus systems and software deployment tools. Safeguards the network against unauthorized infiltration, modification, destruction or disclosure. May research, evaluate, test, recommends communicate and implement new security software or devices. Implements, enforces, communicates and develops security policies or plans for data, software applications, hardware, and telecommunications. Provides information to management regarding the negative impact caused by theft, destruction, alteration or denial of access to information. Provides recommendations on information assurance engineering standards, implementation dependencies, and changing information assurance related technologies. Requires Bachelor's degree in (field mathematics, telecommunications, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science) or related discipline, and two to four years related experience or Certification in systems administrator, network certification, etc. six to eight years of experience.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer oriented Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)to join our team in the Vandenberg AFB, CA area to provide unparalleled support to our customer and to begin an exciting and rewarding career within ManTech.

The System Security Engineers 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 customers 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:
Bachelors 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 III and Information Assurance Manager Level II. Certification must be current and must be maintained to remain qualified for the position assigned.

Security Clearance:
Current Top Secret Clearance with current 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

Degrees:
See Qualifications

Skills:
Ability to handle stress and work well under pressure,Ability to use MS Office,Ability to use PC,Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills,Interpersonal and People Skills,MultiTasking Ability,Oral and Written Communication Skills,Organizational Skills

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