Systems Cybersecurity Journeyman; ISSO

Systems Cybersecurity Journeyman (ISSO)

Applied Research Solutions (ARS)

Location:

Hanscom AFB, Bedford, Massachusetts

ARS is seeking highly qualified professionals to provide expertise in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Systems Engineering in support of secure enclaves at the edge. The role will deliver enterprise services and cyber network defense capabilities to DoD customers using technologies such as ePO, Splunk, ACAS, Azure Automation, STIG/SCAP, and other enterprise tools.

• Maintain the operational security posture of systems.
• Monitor systems and environments for security compliance.
• Develop and update System Security Plans (SSPs).
• Manage and control system changes and assess their security impact.
• Handle physical, personnel, and environmental security.
• Conduct incident response and security awareness training.
• Assist the ISSM and assume ISSM duties when necessary.
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures as outlined in the security authorization package.
• Maintain equivalent IAM Level 2 certifications based on DoD 8140 standard.
• Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access to the IS.
• Report all security-related incidents to the ISSM.
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
• Serve as a member of the CCB if designated by the ISSM.
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO before the change.
• Formally notify the ISSM and AO/DAO when changes occur that might affect system authorization.
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly.
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (including any anomalies).
• Participate in joint agile backlog planning and provide feedback to the software development team and infrastructure teams on high‑to‑medium risk items that require system owner approval.
• Other duties as assigned.

• U.S. citizen.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Advanced technical competency and experience in one or more of the following areas:
  Active Directory Domain Services, Active Directory Federated Services, Active Directory Certificate Services, Windows Server Update Services, ePO, Splunk, STIG/SCAP, YUM, ACAS Automation, and Azure Monitor / Log Analytics.
• Maintain equivalent IAM Level 2 certifications based on DoD 8140 standard.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, finance, business, or a related field.
• 5‑8 years of demonstrated performance in related technology.

Expected annual salary range: $150,000 – $165,000. Salary is dependent upon role, responsibilities, and candidate experience and qualifications, including education and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a). The regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). The regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.