Information Systems Security Officer

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

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Areté is seeking a full time Information Systems Security Officer to work in our Northridge, CA facility. The selected candidate will have and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access, including a CI polygraph. The candidate will collaborate with other Cyber Security and IT staff members, travel occasionally, and provide some after-hours support. The candidate will also support a variety of information systems at varying levels of complexity on the classified and corporate networks. This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with onsite and remote designated Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs).
• Assist in the development and implementation of government approved information security procedures and system security plans for the operation of networked and standalone classified computers systems, as well as coordinating government agency approvals/accreditations.
• Responsible for periodic system self-inspections/testing, weekly system audits, conduct media reviews and comprehensive investigations of computer security incidents, coordinating with other organizations for expertise as needed.
• Work directly with onsite and remote designated Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs).
• Assist in the development and implementation of government approved information security procedures and system security plans for the operation of networked and standalone classified computers systems, as well as coordinating government agency approvals/accreditations.
• Responsible for periodic system self-inspections/testing, weekly system audits, conduct media reviews and comprehensive investigations of computer security incidents, coordinating with other organizations for expertise as needed.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

• Bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Qualities We Look For

• Creativity
• Integrity
• Passion
• Responsiveness
• Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For-

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in an Information Technology or Cybersecurity related discipline and/or current, applicable industry-standard certifications (Security+, CISSP, GSEC).
• Minimum of 2 years working as an ISSO, Cyber Security Analyst or similar role.
• Current IAT Level II Security Certification or higher (Security+, CASP, CySA+, CISSP, GSEC) or ability to obtain within 3 months of the start date.
• NISPOM experience and an understanding of the implementation of RMF on DoD/IC systems.
• Must have solid technical knowledge on how Microsoft Windows 10 and Server operating systems are hardened.
• Experience with common information system Cyber Security tools, technologies, and STIGs (Nessus/ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, Microsoft Group Policy, etc);
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work autonomously and on a team.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to document/diagram information systems and procedures.
• Experience with Security Directives, Policies, Publications and Regulations including but not limited to the NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and/or JSIG.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $120,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

Other Considerations

As the health and safety of employees continues to be a priority, Areté encourages employees to remain current on their COVID-19 vaccinations. Employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042.

Areté is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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