Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 30 Dec 2024. Resumes must be in DD/MMM/YYYY format.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serves as Information System Security Officer (ISSO) ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data though the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Assist the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in the development of policies and procedures to ensure information systems reliability and accessibility to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks and data.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessment of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks and protection needs.
• Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are included in the organizations' vision and goals.
• Perform system security evaluations audits and reviews on research and development (R&D) systems.
• Assist ISSM with the development of systems security contingency plan and disaster recovery procedures and of Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation for collateral systems and research and development R&D systems used by the organization.
• Coordinate with the ISSM in developing and implementing Information Security programs that ensures the systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.
• Facilitate the gathering, analysis and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer crime by assisting ISSM in assessing security events to determine impact to mission and provide recommended corrective actions to ensure the rigorous application of information security.
• This position requires DoDM 8140 Intermediate qualification.

Other Significant Facts:

• Travel may be required for the position.
• Telework options may be possible.
• Relocation or other incentives may be offered for this position.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance
• Must have one year of experience at the D0-01 (or equivalent) grade level
• Security+ or equivalent per IAM Level 2 per DoDM 8140

Desired Qualifications

• Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Understanding of industry Cybersecurity best practices
• Ability to work with a customer support attitude
• Attention to detail with all forms of communication and documentation
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing requirements at a rapid pace
• Familiarity of NIST 800-53
• Understanding supply chain risk management
• Understanding DISA SRGs and STIGs
• Experience working with DISA NESSUS ACAS tools
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage workload across competing priorities and work efficiently
• Towards timely task completion
• Ability to work independently and proactively

(Req No 82784)

Series

2210

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.