Cyber Anst II

Job Description

Technical advisor for the Information Systems (IS) security requirements necessary for the protection of all sensitive information processed, stored, and / or transmitted through the use of the IS. Interprets government requirements; prepares, validates, and maintains documentation in support of the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Also implements and oversees the program security plans, policies, and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with all company and government requirements.

The Enterprise Assurance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers critical assurance disciplines that protect and enable people, data and missions. We provide a comprehensive approach to managing risk across the enterprise for current and future information environments where the business and missions execute. We apply the use of innovative tools and robust processes to ensure mission and business success.

What You'll Do :

• Schedule, conduct, and administer security tests and evaluations programs to ensure that all the applicable IS are operating in accordance with security requirements.
• Maintain a configuration management system to track and control all components of IS used in support of programs.
• Identify, evaluate, and document all IS and provide guidance on what controls and countermeasures may be appropriate to mitigate vulnerabilities and threats.
• Perform audits of all IS, investigation anomalies, and record and report findings, as required. Coordinate and / or conduct detailed inquiries; assess potential damage; and develop, document, implement, and monitor corrective action plans. Perform data spill containment and clean up per customer direction.
• May coordinate the response and recovery activities from information security incidents. This includes collaboration with appropriate response partners, assist with determining the root cause of cyber incidents and work with stakeholders and responsible parties to remediate any identified control gaps or failures.
• May perform data breach response, cyber risk / security assessments, and remain involved in phases such as penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and log configuration.
• May participate in engagements related to preemptive data breach response; analytic and reporting for litigation, data breaches, and regulatory response; workplace and employment issues, including theft of trade secrets; and investigations related to network breaches / unauthorized access of data through computer forensics and incident response.
• May perform duties as a cyber security threat hunter; track threat actors; responsible for reviewing system log events and data packets to proactively detect advanced threats that evade traditional security solutions; participate in developing processes, procedures, and training for new technologies.
• Identify and manage Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) through remediation as well as develop corrective action plans for each POA&M; monthly progress reporting to management.
• Promote information security awareness.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment : This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions :

Required Skills and Education

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About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.