Information Assurance Manager (Security Manager Information Assurance) at The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The primary function of the Information Assurance Manager (Security Manager Information Assurance) is to ensure security policies standards and procedures are implemented in a way that aligns with the Aerospace and Government customer requirements. This position is responsible for supporting Department of Defense (DoD) Collateral information systems. This position supports both Aerospace and Government customers within a classified environment and is responsible for managing assets and Information Assurance staff. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You’ll Be Doing Functions as the primary Information System Security Manager (ISSM) Supervise a team of Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) supporting Collateral programs. Ensure proper IA staffing levels are met and maintained to meet the needs of our internal and external customers. Coordinates technical assessments of managed assets Provides counsel to government organizations relative to information assurance practices issues and concerns ensuring continued mission success. Obtains government Authorization to Operate (ATOs) – through the appropriate government channels – by creating and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs) and other related documentation per system for multiple government customers. Conducts weekly audit log reviews for inappropriate activity. Conducts evaluation and analysis of software/hardware intended for use on the classified systems. Obtains approval (through the appropriate government channels) for hardware and software utilized on classified systems. Prepares for and assists with government inspections. Documents and executes test procedures. Ensures Government security policies procedures and standards are understood and followed by personnel. Monitors low to high and high to low data transfers performed by data transfer agents (DTA) to ensure compliance with government regulations. Possesses the knowledge of techniques to sanitize system components memory and media – and to verify IT personnel has properly implemented. Understands complex Government regulations and translates them into necessary technical and security solutions. Trains and briefs staff on information assurance for classified systems. Verifies (through appropriate channels) users have appropriate security clearances and need to know. Provides initial IA briefing and annual refresher. Reports security incidents (including classified messaging incidents) and assists with the resulting investigation as required. Ensures proper protection or corrective measures have been taken. Communicates regularly with Government (and Aerospace) customers for status of requests and facilitating the completion of requests. What You Need to be Successful - Security Manager Information Assurance Minimum Requirements: High school diploma with 10 or more years of experience or Bachelor's degree with 5 or more years of experience Ability to simultaneously manage multiple assets through the assessment and authorization (A&A) process to obtain the Authorization to Operate (ATO) DoD 8570/8140 IAM level II or II certification (CISSP, GSLC, CISM) or have within 6 months of hire. This position requires a current Top Secret clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impre