Information Systems Security Officer
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Responsibilities
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin RMS, we value innovation, integrity, and high standards of ethics. Your skills, training, and education are valued here—come shape the future with us.
THE WORK
This position requires an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support multiple programs and serve as a technical liaison for NIST RMF (Steps 1-6) security standards. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of NIST 800-53 Security and Privacy Controls and solid technical skills from systems engineering or administration, with experience in Linux or Windows OS and applications.
As ISSO, you’ll oversee the security of information systems, focusing on implementing and maintaining security controls. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining the System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM), as well as performing system audits, vulnerability scans, and compliance checks. You’ll develop security policies and procedures based on directives such as ICD-503, DAAPM, NISPOM Chapter 8, and JSIG.
Strong communication is essential, as the ISSO provides clear guidance on security patches and secure configurations. Collaboration with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on classified information systems is routine. Knowledge of tools such as Splunk, Tenable Nessus, HBSS, SCAP Checker, and STIG Viewer is preferred.
The ISSO leads continuous monitoring efforts to ensure RMF compliance, routinely evaluating security controls through automated and manual methods. Any identified issues will be reported to the ISSM.
Key activities include:
-Conducting self-inspections of information systems
-Investigating security incidents and implementing corrective actions
-Managing continuous monitoring for system security
-Ensuring compliance of security settings within operating systems and applications
WHO WE ARE
We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.
WHY JOIN US
Our culture and values are grounded in a shared sense of purpose: ensuring those who serve always stay ahead of ready. That's why we're proud to have some of the most advanced and innovative minds in the industry.
Basic Qualifications:
• Final Secret Clearance.
• Hands on experience with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
• Security + or equivalent DoD Directive 8570 / 8140 Information Assurance Management Level I – III certification.
• Understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process & requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to interface with numerous cognizant security agencies, customers, and senior managers.
• Knowledge of other security disciplines and how they impact and interact with information systems security.
Desired Skills:
• Experience working with classified information systems.
• Relevant ISSO / ISSE experience within the DoD or Intelligence Community.
• Knowledge of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and configuration standards.
• Experience with Security Directives, Policies, Publications and Regulations.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Cyber Security
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
Lockheed Martin is the leader of cyber security defense, cyber operations and sensitive data protection. We employ the world's best cyber minds from diverse fields – people who are passionate about and empowered by our customers' missions. Lockheed Martin's best-in-cyber teams are experts in thinking like the enemy – identifying adversary activity and anticipating advanced persistent threats to strengthen platform defenses, inside and out of our networks.
Our Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Full Time
- Level: Entry, Mid, Senior
- Travel: Minimal, dependent on role
Qualifications
What does a successful Cyber Security employee at Lockheed Martin look like?
Check out the info below to see if you have what it takes.
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Analytical
Advancing technologies and out of the box thinking that enable cyber operations, resulting in inventing solutions that will keep us safe today and into the future.
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Creative
Natural curiosity is an absolutely essential trait. Curiosity leads to continual learning which allows you to stay one step ahead of the threat.
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Curious
The ability to anticipate hackers’ intent and disrupt their next move is key. Seeking out new weaknesses before they become weaknesses. Proactively learning and updating systems is how we stay ahead of the threat.
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Proactive
We have hard problems to solve and we look for people who thrive at solving them, who can see problems from both the defensive and offensive sides.
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Problem Solver
Whatever you know today could be different tomorrow as security is constantly changing. Possessing strong technical skills and intellectual depth along with a willingness to continually learn from others is important to adapt to and address the Advanced Persistent Threat.
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Technologically savvy
The ability to analyze and disseminate threat intelligence. The ability to analyze and address the root cause, learn from the attack and anticipate the hacker’s next move.
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“Cyber is the most exciting career field! Every day, there's new cyber threat information that we leverage to shape our courses of action when identifying, assessing, developing, integrating, and continuously evaluating the effectiveness of defensive measures.”
Dr. Dawn B., Senior Fellow
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs, funding for cyber certifications.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
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