The Prototyping Manufacturing and Integration Division (PMID) of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc (www.ara.com) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Information System & Industrial Security Specialist on-site at our Huntsville, AL location. The Information System & Industrial Security Specialist is 50% Information Systems Security and 50% Industrial Security. This role is responsible for overseeing security operations in compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and interface with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). Interface with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), managing security policies, conducting assessments, and ensuring the integrity of security systems. Responsible for the planning, organization, maintenance, and compliance of two (2) classified systems in accordance with NISPOM, risk management framework (RMF) requirements, and DCSA Assessment & Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM). Must have at minimum an active SECRET Security Clearance or higher.

Must Haves as an Information System & Industrial Security Specialist:

• Must possess a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
• Requires a completed Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years’ of experience “OR” H.S. diploma or equivalent and 8+ years of experience as NISPOM ISSO or ISSM
• Experience with security assessment/hardening tools, i.e., STIGs, SCAP, GPO, NESSUS, etc.
• Possess strong understanding of computer operating systems (Windows and Linux), software and computer hardware
• Working knowledge of eMASS application/DISS/NBIS
• Knowledge of current industry methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating information technology (IT) security assessment, monitoring, detection, and remediation tools and procedures utilizing standards-based concepts and capabilities.
• Must be able to initiate communication with management and various government agencies for support and/or compliance requirements
• Knowledgeable in all areas of security (physical, personnel, information, communication, insider threat etc.) specialties, concepts, principles, criteria, requirements, technology, tracking and electronic security practices
• Knowledgeable of NISPOM and DCSA reporting requirements specifically in regard to security incidents and violations
• CompTIA Sec+ (Active Certification)
• Willingness to be appointed as an information systems security manager and facility security officer as defined in the 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM)

Have the following certificates, or must be completed within 6 months of hire:

• FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities Curriculum (IS030.CU),
• ISSM Required Online Training DAAPM - 2.6 Program Risk Management Framework (CS100.CU),
• Introduction to the Risk Management Framework (CS124.16),
• Introduction to Industrial Security (IS011.16),
• Introduction to Information Security (IF011.16),
• Introduction to Personnel Security (PS113.16),
• Introduction to Physical Security (PY011.16)

This will “WOW” us if you have the following:

• Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance
• 2+ years’ experience as NISPOM ISSO or ISSM
• Proficient in IA Security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53

Anticipated annual salary range: $75, 000 to $95, 000. Offer may vary depending on experience, and skill sets.

Who is ARA? Learn more about ARA and Our Core Values at WHO WE ARE - ARA

ARA offers competitive benefits that address our employees’ needs now and in the future. Learn more about each of our benefits at https: //www.ara.com/benefits/ #LI-AB1

Please apply at careers.ara.com for the Information System & Industrial Security Specialist position.

Experience

• 2 year(s): Direct Relevant NISPOM ISSO/ISSM or equivalent experience

Education

• Bachelors or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Comp TIA Security+

• STEPP FSO PM for Poss Fac
• Physical Security Prof
• Intro to NISP C& A Process
• IS Security Professional
• Industrial Security Pro
• Cert. Info. Sec. Manager
• Cert Info Sys Secur Prof

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

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