Information System Security Manager - (TS/SCI Required)

About us: What you'll do:

Keeping our systems, technology, and employees safe is a key priority for Viasat. As a member of the Information Assurance team, you will focus on the day-to-day information system security requirements, serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Information Assurance realm, and provide innovative solutions to complex problems.

The day-to-day:

• Work independently as well as with a team of Information Assurance Professionals.

• Responsible for ensuring Information System Compliance with the potential to span multiple business areas or programs.

• Assess, document, and recommend controls based on a thorough understanding of RMF, NISPOM and other NISP regulatory requirements, and determine which controls are applicable to the application, as well as document implementation in Security Controls Tractability Matrix (SCTM).

• Document compliance actions within the approved automated compliance tracking system or develop a Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) to address non-compliance.

• Participate in internal/external security audits/inspections; perform risk assessments and continuous monitoring.

• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with the governing authority approved authorization package and customer directives.

• Develop procedures and documentation to ensure compliance with Configuration Management (CM) for security relevant IS software, hardware, and firmware.

• Ensure proper protection and / or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered. Follows-up to ensure completion and quality resolution.

• Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional years of experience.

• 6+ years as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) in a DoD, IC, or other industrial security program and in-depth understanding of DoD 8500 series, NIST 800 series, and ICD 503, Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) and overall understanding of DoD Risk Manage Framework (RMF) process.

• Experience working with vulnerability and compliance scanning tools. (Nessus, SCAP, Splunk, ACAS, STIG Viewer).

• Familiarity with network technologies (LAN & WAN) and best practices within a classified environment to include crypto and key management.

• Working knowledge with Microsoft Windows operating systems (workstation & server), Linux, and system virtualization in a secure network environment.

• Strong written communication and organizational skills

• Interpersonal skills to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse group of individuals.

• Ability to work well under pressure and possess advanced problem-solving skills.

• Possess a current DoD 8570.1/DoD 8140.01 Certification – Security+ CE a minimum.

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Ability to travel up to 10%.

What will help you on the job:

• 2+ years as an Information System Security Manager (ISSM) supporting SAP/SCI environments.

• Experience communicating directly with the government Security Control Assessor (SCA) to attain authorizations and approvals to support business operations and ensure compliance.

• Experience establishing new programs; interpreting customer requirements and controls, understanding engineering technologies, customizing policies, and developing the SSP and required artifacts to attain and support long-term compliance.

Salary range: $121,000.00 - $191,000.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $150,000.00- $225,000.00/ annually : At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits. EEO statement: