Information System Security Officer

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for our Goleta, CA facility. As an ISSO, you will be challenged to stay current with the latest technological developments in information security. You will be exposed to advanced technologies and will play a major role in identifying potential vulnerabilities and intrusions on Information Technology (IT) systems by our adversaries.

In this role, you will collaboratively assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) with daily industrial security operations, support security education and training, and ensure compliance with DRS policies and procedures related to the 32 CFR part 117. Together we’ll address evolving threats to national security, thus keeping our nation and our warfighter safe.

Successful candidates for this role will coordinate with the Corporate Risk Management Framework Support Center, other ISSOs, and Information System Security Managers (ISSM) across the company to obtain and maintain certifications and accreditations under the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) and Intelligence Community (IC) Risk Management Framework. If you are interested in information system security, industrial security, management, and the opportunity to obtain industry professional certifications on the job, please apply now!

• Develop, implement, and administer security procedures for classified computer systems based on the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) and other U.S. Government agency security requirements
• Apply current Computer Science best practices and technologies to the development, evaluation, and integration of computer systems and networks to maintain system security for classified information systems
• Serve as Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) by supporting the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in all aspects of Industrial Security
• Serve as primary advisor to the Business Unit Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all local classified information systems security matters, and as liaison to the local Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Information Systems Security Professional (ISSP) on all matters pertaining to classified information systems
• Implement local policies, processes, procedures, and compliance with all National Industrial Security Program (NISP), Defense Information System Agency (DISA), and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM) requirements
• Develop and maintain all DoD requirements, including the DAAPM & Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards to ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• Review and approve requests for access to cleared computer systems in the development and implementation of policies and System Security Plans supporting Corporate Security & Government agency requirements
• Conduct periodic self-inspections on local processes and practices to ensure compliance; accurately report security posture to management & ensure corrective actions are taken
• Identify and document unique local threats and vulnerabilities to classified information systems security
• Conduct and coordinate investigations into security violations related to cleared information systems; ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Perform independently, or with a group, on department or enterprise-level security projects designed to enhance the security posture of DRS
• DISA STIG/SCAP implementation and management of security configurations utilizing Corporate ISSM toolkit
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization
• Assist with execution of typical security related issues may include physical access to buildings, room, couriers, escort, clearances, packages, documentation, and debriefings
• Obtain…