About the role
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career, and customer-oriented Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - I to join our team in the Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA area. In this role, you will provide critical day-to-day security support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities supporting SSC and AFSPC mission areas.
Responsibilities:
Review, prepare, and update AIS accreditation packages and Body of Evidence documentation. Perform AIS self-inspections, conduct security surveys, and provide security review of system test plans. Identify AIS vulnerabilities, implement countermeasures, and track inspection responses. Maintain AIS security records, system baselines, and Co-Utilization Agreements for network nodes. Ensure AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of per security policies. Assist Department of Defense and contractor organizations with certification and accreditation efforts. Conduct and track AIS security training for organizational personnel.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of related experience. Minimum 1 year of Special Access Program (SAP) related experience. Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for information Assurance Technician Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire (i.e., Security Plus CE, CCNA-Security; CySA+)Active DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+) or ability to obtain within 6 months. Completion of training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with ICDs, JAFANs, DoD Manuals, and associated security policy documents. Experience working effectively in dynamic environments with DoD, military, civilian, and industry partners. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Power Point, and Excel).
Clearance Requirements:
Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI EligibilityUS Citizenship is required. Candidate must be eligible for access to Special Access Programs. Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Physical Requirements:
This position is full-time on-site (0730 -1630) at Vandenberg Space Force. Ability and willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility via air and ground. The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods in closed-area offices. Must be able to occasionally move about inside and outside the office to access files, cabinets, safes, and install or remove computer-related equipment.
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