ISSO / ISSM AFGSC Task Force Detachment 11

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a motivated Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to support Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Task Force Detachment leaders as part of the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Integration Support Contract (ISC).
Detailed Job Description:
The Sentinel ICBM weapon system (formerly GBSD) is an enormous and complex "Mega-Project" modernizing the entire ICBM weapon system deployed across tens of thousands of square miles in five states. The new weapon system includes replacement of hundreds of aging Minuteman III ICBM facilities to secure and support a newly designed, technologically advanced ballistic missile. The complete replacement also provides an entirely new command & control system as well as vast array of required support equipment specifically engineered to operate and sustain the new weapon system over the decades ahead.
This position will directly support the AFGSC Task Force Detachment Commander / Director and associated personnel, as they support key internal and external shareholders' vision, direction, and implementation during the transition from the Minuteman III to the Sentinel weapon system. Duties will include performing risk management framework (RMF) evaluation, activity and authorization efforts; conducting self-assessments of authorization packages, assessing levels of risk & verifying IT policy compliance; and overseeing and maintaining regulatory requirements and completing periodic reviews for security implications and security applications.
Specifically, RMF efforts include executing RMF lifecycle activities, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring. Proficiency with DoD authorization tools Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS - Air Force Specific), XACTA, or equivalent platforms for managing security authorization packages is required, as well as experience developing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other RMF artifacts.
Additionally, the ISSM will identify systemic security issues based on the analysis of vulnerability and configuration data; apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements; and conduct vulnerability scans and recognize (and react to) vulnerabilities in security systems.
The successful candidate will have familiarization and insight into military communications requirements, processes, and procedures. Minimum travel is anticipated within the communication lead's duties.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
This position is a full-time 5/40 role located at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, due to special-access, classified working environment and is not conducive to regular "telework" schedules.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 10+ years' experience ISSM duties performing specific tasks for ISSM, security assessments, vulnerability management, or cybersecurity.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology related fields.
• Leadership role managing ISSM projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• Experience supporting Authorization to Operate (ATO) efforts and Authority to Connect (ATC) for weapons or mission-critical platforms.
• Experience with DoD requirements development.
• Experience working in a collaborative, multi-disciplined team environment.
• Knowledge of STIGs and SCAP compliance scanning tools. (e.g. ACAS, Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker).
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, CNSSI1253, and DoD-specific security control overlays.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Master's degree.
• Previous interactions with military ISSO / ISSM operations / activities.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $122400 - $208080
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.