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Information Security Systems Specialist

2 months ago

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Draper Labs Full time

Overview:
Draper is a distinguished, nonprofit research and development organization based in Cambridge, MA. With over 2,000 dedicated employees, Draper addresses significant national challenges, ensuring the delivery of effective and practical solutions. Our work spans military defense, space exploration, and biomedical engineering, where the solutions we create can have life-altering impacts.

Our diverse teams of engineers and scientists collaborate in an environment that fosters the exchange of ideas essential for genuine innovation.


Position Summary:


The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) plays a crucial role in supporting the ongoing monitoring and authorization processes for various classified information systems, working under the guidance of the Information System Security Manager (ISSM).

This role encompasses a range of technical and non-technical cybersecurity functions, including physical and environmental security, personnel security, incident management, and security training and awareness.

In close collaboration with the ISSM and Information Security Officer (ISO), the ISSO actively engages in monitoring systems and their operational environments, which includes developing and updating the System Security Plan (SSP), managing system changes, and evaluating the security implications of those changes.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the ISSM in fulfilling their responsibilities; assume ISSM duties in their absence.
  • Ensure that systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established security policies and procedures.
  • Participate in mandatory technical and security training relevant to assigned responsibilities.
  • Verify that all users possess the necessary security clearances, authorizations, and understanding of their security obligations before granting access to information systems.
  • Conduct regular reviews of information systems to ensure adherence to the security authorization package.
  • Coordinate any modifications to hardware, software, or firmware with the ISSM and Authorizing Official (AO) prior to implementation.
  • Notify the ISSM and AO of any changes that may impact system authorization.
  • Oversee system recovery processes to ensure that security features and procedures are effectively restored and operational.
  • Maintain current and accessible security-related documentation for authorized personnel.
  • Conduct audits and continuous monitoring activities, report findings, execute incident responses, and contribute to status meetings.
  • Manage configuration baselines for both hardware and software.
  • Identify architectural vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools, forwarding findings to the ISSM for evaluation.
  • Mentor and guide junior ISSOs.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Basic understanding of common auditing methodologies.
  • Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF), including NIST SP 800-53, JSIG, DAAPM, and ICD 503.
  • Knowledge of information technology fundamentals.
  • Awareness of network types (e.g., WAN, LAN) and related infrastructure (e.g., servers, switches, firewalls).
Education:
  • A bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related discipline is required.
  • Equivalent professional experience may be considered.
  • An IAM I/IAT II Certification or higher is required.

Experience:
  • 3-5 years of relevant industry experience is necessary.
  • Preferred experience includes auditing systems using native scripting languages and tools, as well as collaborating with ISSMs to develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).

Additional Information:
Applicants selected for this position will be required to hold a current in-scope Top Secret security clearance.

Draper is dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We recognize the importance of diversity and its contribution to a high-performance culture.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment and its programs.