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Space Operations Exercise Planner

Lompoc, CA · On-site

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The designer works in close coordination with curriculum developers, instructors, and operational units to ensure exercises are current, operationally relevant, and aligned with Space Force training ...

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AspectThe Space ForceThe Air Force
Primary FocusSpace operations, satellite management, space warfareAir operations, aviation, air combat, and related missions
Required CertificationsSpace operations certifications, technical degreesAviation licenses, pilot certifications, technical degrees
Work EnvironmentSpace and satellite facilities, command centersAirbases, aircraft hangars, flight lines
Employer & Industry UsageU.S. Department of Defense, space industryU.S. Department of Defense, aviation and aerospace

The Space Force and The Air Force share some technical and military training requirements but differ mainly in their operational focus. The Space Force specializes in space-related missions, satellite operations, and space warfare, while The Air Force concentrates on air combat, aviation, and air-based missions. Both serve under the Department of Defense but operate in distinct environments and with different technical expertise.

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Cyber Security Engineer (supporting U.S. Space Force)

asrcfh

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

ASRC Federal System Solutions, LLC, a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO, supporting the Wing Information and Communication Support (WICS 2) Technical Control Facility (TCF) at Schriever Space Force Base.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Team Schriever Cybersecurity Office in managing the Schriever Space Force Base TEMPEST, COMPUSEC, and Vulnerability Management programs.
  • Provide support in identifying potential network threats and responding to reported security violations.
  • Assist in determining the causes of security breaches and provide support to recommended procedural changes to protect data from future violations.
  • Assist in educating network users on security procedures.
  • General understanding of information system networks and their design, operation, and equipment.
  • Interest/aptitude for network security work.
  • Familiarity with information security policies and industry best practices
  • General understanding of network security hardware devices and vulnerability detection tools including:
  • Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) network vulnerability scanning tool
  • Basic network and security hardware devices (switches, routers, firewalls, servers, encryptors, etc.)

TEMPEST Duties:

  • Assist to ensure the Team Schriever TEMPEST program complies with all requirements as defined in AFSSI 7702 and supplementary regulations.
  • Assists in conducting and documenting TEMPEST assessments and reports, as well as updating the database and files.

COMPUSEC Duties:

  • Assist in ensuring the Team Schriever Computer Security (COMPUSEC) program complies with all annual Cybersecurity Assessment Program requirements as outlined in AFMAN 17-1301.
  • Assist in the development, maintenance, and review of network accreditation packages.
  • Provide technical analysis and recommendations for product improvement.
  • Assist in development, performance, and review of the Risk Analysis for system Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) plans, procedures, and reports.
  • Assist in maintaining current and accurate accreditation status.
  • Provide assistance in the awareness of security materials (e.g., posters, reminders, calendars) for dissemination.
  • Assist in developing security training material and assist in developing and providing presentations.

Vulnerability Management Duties:

  • Support the 21st Communications Squadron and Team Schriever Cybersecurity Office in managing the Schriever Space Force Base Vulnerability Management program.
  • Provide support in identifying potential network threats/vulnerabilities and respond to reported security violations.
  • Reading, understanding, and dissecting vulnerability information detected by the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) network vulnerability scanning tool.
  • Acknowledge and report compliance for all cyber orders in the Space Force’s DISPATCH dashboard.
  • Detect DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) noncompliance and direct detailed, corrective efforts.
  • Assist in prioritizing and delegating network vulnerability remediation actions through the creation of work order tickets.
  • Create and coordinate approval of Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) to outline necessary steps to correct identified network vulnerabilities.
  • Assist in determining the causes of security breaches and provide support to recommended procedural changes to protect data from future violations.
  • General understanding of information system networks and their design, operation, and equipment.
  • Interest/aptitude for network security and vulnerability management work.  
  • Familiarity with information security policies and industry best practices

Requirements

  • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
  • Current DoD Workforce Innovation Directorate (DoD 8140) IAT Level II Certification 
  • Bachelor’s degree and two to four years of experience or additional experience in lieu of a degree

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