Information System Security Officer (ISSO) at Castelion in Torrance, CA

Job description

Why Castelion, Why Now Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus, ownership, and excellence are decisive advantages - and we're building a world-class team to turn bold ideas into real capability. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where you'll have significant ownership, collaborate with exceptional teammates, and make a direct, measurable impact on our mission and the future of the company - regardless of your function. Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Castelion is seeking a classified cyber assurance practitioner to assist the ISSM in driving the Castelion classified cyber assurance program forward. The program focuses on three major areas: Assessment: Assessing the state of the classified cyber assurance program against industry standards, requirements (contractual and regulatory), and organizational needs. Governance: Managing and spearheading governance of the classified cyber assurance program to interpret and drive implementation of industry standards, requirements (contractual and regulatory), and organizational needs. Communications: Be "the face" of classified cyber assurance program to both internal and external stakeholders (e.g. customer, regulatory, government and supplier entities). The successful candidate will assist in driving the classified assurance team to ensure Castelion delivers on customer requirements, reduces risk, and ensures mission success. We are a fast paced, multi-tasking, highly dynamic work environment with high degrees of autonomy and accountability. Responsibilities Assist the ISSM in the completion of the RMF A&A lifecycle process for assigned Castelion classified information systems Ensure compliance with existing regulatory, policy, and contractual requirements as they pertain to Castelion classified information systems Able to identify, triage, and implement new regulatory and contractual requirements into both broad and specific applications Keep apprised of emerging community practices, risks, and threats Plan, prepare for, schedule and coordinate audits, assessments, and tests Identify, evaluate, and select various automation, assessment, and management tool sets to drive effectiveness and efficiencies Provide advanced knowledge of Nessus, Splunk and Security Center tools Provide advanced knowledge of Service Now (SNOW), eMASS, and other GRC tools Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, contractual partners, and government customers Successfully further Castelion objectives and initiatives Responsible for auditing all classified information systems Deliver user briefings and agreements in accordance with government requirements Create and maintain data transfer/assured file transfer policies and logs Assist ISSM in record maintenance of all classified network equipment Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree; OR 3+ years of experience managing cyber assurance for classified computer systems/networks in lieu of a degree 1+ years of experience in cyber assurance Preferred Skills and Experience Demonstrated experience with NRO A&A processes and the JSIG A&A processes Subject matter expertise in the RMF 7 step process Experience working within highly technical and demanding teams and environments Experience with obtaining ATO(s) for networks, weapon systems, and satellite systems Demonstrated experience with COMSEC procedures and practices Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Exceptional organizational skills Demonstrated project management skills, and continued track record of getting things done quickly with high quality Demonstrated record for providing unique and/or novel solutions Demonstrated record of integrating with I.T. and product security functions Ability to perform within mission and time constrained environments High comfort with and acceptance of performing individual contributor functions/tas