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Information Systems Security Officer, Space will join the Space team to serve as a hands-on security practitioner focused on day-to-day compliance execution and vulnerability management for space systems. The role involves running scans, validating STIGs, managing access controls, investigating security events, and maintaining compliance evidence for the authorization portfolio. Key responsibilities include executing vulnerability scanning using ACAS/Tenable, applying DISA STIGs via Evaluate-STIG, SCAP, and SCC, and monitoring tools like Splunk SIEM and endpoint protection. The candidate must possess a Top Secret clearance and proficiency in NIST 800-53 controls and RBAC. This position addresses the technical challenge of securing hardware and software systems for Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control within a contested warfighting domain to ensure military advantage in space operations.
What does a Information Systems Security Officer earn?
Median $130635 from 30 postings across 5 companies.
Execute vulnerability scans using ACAS/Tenable and coordinate remediation efforts with engineering teams.
Apply and validate STIGs using Evaluate-STIG, SCAP, and SCC tools while documenting findings.
Configure and monitor security tools including endpoint protection and Splunk SIEM to investigate events.
Manage user access controls by enforcing least privilege and performing regular account reviews.
Conduct weekly audits and configuration reviews to identify anomalies or unauthorized changes.
Maintain all security artifacts including scan results, compliance matrices, and audit logs.
Collect evidence and prepare documentation for technical demonstrations during security assessments.
What we're looking for
At least 2 years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance with hands-on compliance execution.
DoD 8570/8140 compliance at IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+, CySA+, or CCNA Security).
Hands-on experience with ACAS/Tenable, SCAP, SCC, or Evaluate-STIG.
Working knowledge of DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53 security controls, and vulnerability remediation workflows.
Experience managing user access controls and conducting account/access reviews.
Must possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
Experience with Splunk SIEM configuration, log analysis, and alert tuning (preferred).
Familiarity with JSIG or ICD 503 assessment processes; experience in space systems; GRC platform exposure; or additional certifications like CEH (preferred).
RMF
ACAS
HBSS
eMASS
STIGs
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Tenable Nessus
SecurityCenter
IBM Guardium
HP WebInspect
Network Mapper
DevSecOps
Vulnerability Management
Big Data Analytics
Cybersecurity
Information Assurance
Risk Management Framework
XACTA
JSIG
ICD 503
DAAPM
NISPOM
DoD 8570
Information Assurance
Configuration Management
Encryption
C&A
System Security Plans
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