Intern ISSO

DCS Air & Space Technology (AST) Sector is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support extensive high visibility Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) efforts. Are you interested in working in a high-tech company on cutting edge technology to help solve national security problems? Do you want to be challenged every day by supporting world class research and development? If so, DCS may be the place for you! DCS is an employee-owned organization known for creating agile technology solutions across the U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets.

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will provide security engineering support for the design, development, fielding, and sustainment of various MS&A efforts in the Air and Space Technology Sector.  The ISSO assists with research, guidance, and documentation within their assigned program. The ISSO serves as a trusted advisor in cybersecurity activities (I.e. eMASS, data entry, research, etc.) to ensure that identified systems are appropriately documented to meet compliance guidelines as directed by the DOD and appropriate subordinate organizations.

Essential Job Functions:

Perform basic risk assessments and ensure compliance with customer requirements (NIST 800.53)

Apply STIGs to systems and maintain compliance with baselines.

Update system software and hardware.

Assist with vulnerability scanning and reporting.

Manage user access and permissions.

Document security incidents, procedures, and findings.

Maintain system documentation such as hardware and software inventory.

Develop new procedures and associated documentation.

Provide support and assistance to users on the system.

Respond to incidents and escalate appropriately.

Review corporate standards and ensure the system aligns with them.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Enrolled for a bachelor’s degree in cyber security, Information Assurance, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology.

Desired Skills:

Some exposure to security principles or at least a willingness to work in and learn Cybersecurity (preferable DoD RMF process).

Familiar with Systems Engineering and Software Engineering processes.

CompTIA Secuirty+ certification, CASP+ / SecurityX certification, CISSP

Experience in Information Assurance, Computer Security, Systems Administration, or Risk Management Framework.