Information Systems Security Officer

Hiring Locations:
California

2310 E. El Segundo Blvd., El Segundo, CA 90245
200 S. Los Robles Ave. Suite 150, Pasadena, CA 91101

Vandenberg Space Force Base
806 13th St. Bldg. 7015, Vandenberg SFB, CA 93437

Utah
Hill Air Force Base
6002 Wardleigh Rd Bldg. 1578, Ste. 200, Hill AFB, UT 84056

Colorado
7250 Getting Heights Colorado Springs, CO 80916
18300 E. Crested Butte Avenue (STOP 49), Buckley SFB, CO 80011
Peterson SPACE Force Base
150 Vandenberg St., Suite 1105, Peterson SFB, CO 80914

New Mexico
2155 Louisiana Blvd. #5000, Albuquerque, NM 87110
2301 Buena Vista Dr. SE, Ste 1100, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Kirtland Air Force Base
3548 Aberdeen Ave SE Bldg 413/Rm 118, Kirtland AFB, NM 87117

Texas
2525 Bay Area Boulevard, Ste. 600 Houston, TX 77058
2101 NASA Road One Johnson Space Center M/C NQ112 Houston, TX 77058

Nebraska
Offutt Air Force Base
101 Nelson Dr. Offutt AFB, NE 68113

Alabama
5030 Bradford Drive, Building 1 Suite 220, Huntsville, Alabama 35805

Ohio
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
4180 Watson Way Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433

Florida
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
15385 Samuel C Phillips Parkway Building 44410, Room 1060, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Maryland
7850 Walker Drive, Suite 300 Patriot Business Park, Greenbelt, MD 20770
1335 East-West Highway SSMC1 6200 Silver Spring, MD 20910
4231 Suitland Road #1225 Suitland, Maryland 20746

Virginia
14745 Lee Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
4851 Stonecroft Blvd, Chantilly, VA

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.

Job Summary

The Security Operations Organization’s Collateral Information Security Department is dedicated to safeguarding our people, environment, and critical assets while delivering exceptional leadership, services, and solutions that protect company information and drive operational excellence across the Corporation.

As the Information Systems Security Officer (Information Assurance Specialist II/III), you will play a pivotal role in interpreting and implementing government customer policies while demonstrating strong leadership and agility in support of our strategic imperatives. You will be a key contributor to maintaining our security posture and enabling mission success in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our location in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

Development of policies and procedures regarding data handling, computers, and networks in collaboration with internal and U.S. Space Force customers
Coordination of Collateral systems activities with internal Aerospace and CISD team members
Establishment, monitoring, and maintenance of CISD information systems security compliance posture under the Risk Management Framework from conception through decommission
Attainment and maintenance of systems Assessment & Authorizations to Operate (ATO’s)
Creation and maintenance of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) artifacts for all collateral information systems
Incident handling process of classified information system related incidents
Transfers of data for users between systems of like and differing classification levels
What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Information Assurance Specialist II include:

Must have successfully completed secondary education through a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required

A minimum of (3) or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience is required

Advanced understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes
Comprehensive knowledge of NIST 800-53, DoD Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), and related Information Assurance doctrine
Current DoD 8140 certification required (Security+, CISSP, or equivalent) is required
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (or higher), which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Information Assurance Specialist III include:

A minimum of (5) or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience is required
Advanced understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes with demonstrated ability to lead security authorization efforts
Comprehensive knowledge and practical application of NIST 800-53 security controls, DoD Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), and related Information Assurance (IA) doctrine
How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field is preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical discipline is strongly preferred
5+ years of progressive experience implementing and managing Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, including security control assessments and authorization packages
Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and deliver security authorization milestones on schedule
Hands-on experience with ServiceNow Security Operations (SecOps) module or GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) platform for security authorization workflow management
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min – Max)

$37.44 – $68.52
Pay Basis: Hourly
Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically
Lead Change  
Engage with Impact  
Foster Innovation  
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.