Job Description

Are you searching for challenging and impactful work supporting Highly Classified networks?

Are you passionate about cybersecurity operations and policy?

If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! 

We are ranked as one of Computerworld's Top Places to Work in IT for 5 years running, and we are seeking a dedicated Information System Security Officer to help us protect APL's information technology infrastructure.

As a member of our team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, work closely with the ISSM, Program Security Representative and Program Manager in support of Sponsor/Program needs. You'll join an impressive team of technical specialists who are passionate about supporting our Program needs.

As an ISSO...

• Create and Maintain Documentation. Completing and updating documentation such as security CONOPS, Security Controls Traceability Matrix 's, System Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, Contingency Plans. Track and maintain user agreements and training. Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• System Development Support. Work with ISSEs, ISSMs and Program Managers to develop secure IT solutions in the classified environment. Capture and refine information security requirements and work with the ISSM to ensure that the requirements are effectively integrated into information systems. Work with the ISSM and PM on procurement and research on software/hardware products to ensure Supply Chain Risk Management compliance.
• Continuous Monitoring. Conduct system audits and analyze results for reporting. Monitor systems for compliance and vulnerabilities. Implement high priority security mitigations and coordinate critical fixes with the System Administrators and PM. Conduct periodic security testing and tabletop exercises.
• Incident Response. Monitor systems for anomalous activity (after-hours use, privilege activities, etc.). Conduct preliminary review of security events and recommend actions to the PSR and ISSM. Execute containment actions and report generation for IT spills and incidents.
• Configuration Management. Coordinate CCB activities and document changes to the IS. Initiate change requests for security related changes and conduct security impact assessments and software due diligence requests. Research, diagnose and resolve complex computer system software and hardware issues as they arise.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.