Information System Security Officer

SpaceXHawthorne, California, United States · Posted 2 months ago

Full-timeEst. 120,000 USD

Description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY OFFICER

SpaceX is seeking a classified cyber assurance practitioner to drive the SpaceX classified cyber assurance program forward. The program focuses on three major areas:

Assessment: Assessing the state of the classified cyber assurance program against industry standards, requirements (contractual and regulatory), and organizational needs.
Governance: Managing and spearheading governance of the classified cyber assurance program to interpret and drive implementation of industry standards, requirements (contractual and regulatory), and organizational needs.
Communications: Be "the face" of classified cyber assurance program to both internal and external stakeholders (e.g. customer, regulatory, government and supplier entities).

The successful candidate will assist in driving the classified assurance team to ensure SpaceX delivers on customer requirements, reduces risk, and ensures mission success. We are a fast paced, multi-tasking, highly dynamic work environment with high degrees of autonomy and accountability.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the complete RMF A&A lifecycle process for assigned SpaceX classified information systems
Ensure compliance with existing regulatory, policy, and contractual requirements as they pertain to SpaceX classified information systems
Responsible for identification, triage, and implementation of new regulatory and contractual requirements into both broad and specific applications
Keep apprised of emerging community practices, risks, and threats
Plan, prepare for, schedule and coordinate audits, assessments, and tests
Identify, evaluate, and select various automation, assessment, and management tool sets to drive effectiveness and efficiencies
Provide expert knowledge of Nessus, Splunk and Security Center tools
Provide expert knowledge of Service Now (SNOW), eMASS, and other GRC tools
Guide and mentor Cleared Cyber Assurance Analyst(s)
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, contractual partners, and government customers
Successfully further SpaceX objectives and initiatives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree; OR 3+ years of experience managing cyber assurance for classified computer systems/networks in lieu of a degree
1+ years of experience in cyber assurance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated experience with NRO A&A processes and the JSIG A&A processes
Subject matter expertise in the RMF 7 step process
Experience working within highly technical and demanding teams and environments
Experience with obtaining ATO(s) for networks, weapon systems, and satellite systems
Demonstrated experience with COMSEC procedures and practices
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Demonstrated project management skills, and continued track record of getting things done quickly with high quality
Demonstrated record for providing unique and/or novel solutions
Demonstrated record of integrating with I.T. and product security functions
Ability to perform within mission and time constrained environments
High comfort with and acceptance of performing individual contributor functions/tasks

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Ability to travel both locally and domestically
DoD IAM Level III eligibility based on active certifications
Counterintelligence (CI) scope polygraph (full-scope or lifestyle also acceptable), or ability to successfully complete
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

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