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JT4 LLC Lead Information Systems Security Specialist - Ridgecrest, CA in Ridgecrest, California

411389BR

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411389BR

Company:

JT4 LLC

Job Code:

IT Information Technology

Job Description:

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Job Description:

JT4 China Lake is seeking an experienced Lead Information Systems Security Specialist. This role is responsible for assessing, developing and implementing programs and controls set in place to help increase security within our company as a team leader. The Information Systems Security Specialist will be detail-oriented, have great problem-solving and analytical skills, and a passion for cybersecurity.

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepare our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

*This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework*

Job Summary -- Essential Functions/Duties:

This position is the on-site technical specialist for monitoring information systems and maintaining the environment of operation to include developing and updating System Security Plans, managing and controlling changes to the systems, conducting audits, providing incident response, perpetration for vulnerability assessments, and assessing the security impact of security and non-security-relevant changes.

  • Provides incident handling in conjunction with the FSO and ISSO/ISSM.

  • Assists in writing and maintaining computer security processes to meet Air Force requirements of Risk Management Framework.

  • Monitors computer system use and audits logs.

  • Makes recommendations for future hardware / software implementations and related process improvements.

  • This position requires skills in leadership, team building and customer service.

  • Provides operational status as required.

  • Uses established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete complex assignments requiring originality and ingenuity performed under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution.

  • Provides security training and awareness briefings.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities:

This position is required to implement management initiatives and to coordinate upgrades, capabilities, policy and procedures with other organizations. Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

Working Conditions:

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness.

Position Title:

Lead Information Systems Security Specialist - Ridgecrest, CA

Job Category:

Information Technology

Minimum Education Required:

Associates

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other:

Requirements:

  • Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and possess a valid, state issued driver's license.

  • Must be compliant to DoD 8570.01-M levels and possess or working toward Security+ certification with a CISSP desired.

City*:

Ridgecrest

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:

Requirements -- Education, Technical, and Work Experience:

Level II:

Associates or higher degree in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic/technical training/certification. Possess 5 years of experience in computer system security and/or related areas of expertise. Must be compliant to DoD 8570.01-M levels and possess or working toward Security+ certification with a CISSP desired. Should have experience with JSIG, NIST 800 and NISPOM, Chapter 8. Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in computer security and information systems and working experience with Microsoft Office, Access, and Visio. Possess experience supporting various system configurations such as Stand Alone, Local Area Networks, and Wide Area Networks.

Employee must possess excellent skills in verbal and written communications, planning, and organizing, and be able to work under deadlines. Employee is expected to routinely cross fields in the completion of somewhat difficult and varied assignments. Government vehicle is used on an as-needed basis. Ability to work in a field environment at remote locations with occasional overnight assignments. Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and possess a valid, state issued driver's license.

Level III:

Associates or higher degree in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic/technical training/certification. Possess 8 years of experience in computer system security and/or related areas of expertise. Must be compliant to DoD 8570.01-M levels and possess or working toward Security+ certification with a CISSP desired. Should have experience with JSIG, NIST 800 and NISPOM, Chapter 8. Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in computer security and information systems and working experience with Microsoft Office, Access, and Visio. Possess experience supporting various system configurations such as Stand Alone, Local Area Networks, and Wide Area Networks.

Employee must possess excellent skills in verbal and written communications, planning, and organizing, and be able to work under deadlines. Employee is expected to routinely cross fields in the completion of somewhat difficult and varied assignments. Government vehicle is used on an as-needed basis. Ability to work in a field environment at remote locations with occasional overnight assignments. Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and possess a valid, state issued driver's license.

Salary:

  • The expected pay range for this position is $81,286.40 annually to $152,000.00 annually

The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4 LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

State*:

California

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