Information Systems Security Officer

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Overview

We are currently seeking qualified applicants with Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) experience to support the Field Intelligence Operations Division's classified operations in the areas of Classified Intelligence IT / Information Assurance (IA), Classified R&D Computing, and physical and personnel security in the Field Intelligence Operations Division (FIOD) - where cutting-edge research and technology meets national defense. Under the Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence (IN) authorities, the FIOD serves as the ORNL focal point for all intelligence community matters and supports national security science by providing secure IT, communications, facilities, and analysis.

Purpose : The ISSO will assist the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in the certification and accreditation (C&A) of systems / networks and implementation of cyber security requirements and procedures across the National Security Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The National Security Sciences Directorate conducts research and development to solve some of the nation's most difficult security challenges and adversaries. The directorate houses S&T leadership in cybersecurity and cyber-physical resiliency, data analytics, geospatial science and technology, nuclear nonproliferation, and high-performance computing for sensitive national security missions. The FIOD is housed within NSSD and provides the operational security, information assurance, and information technology support needed for ORNL to maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities, clearances, and systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

The ISSO is a primary stakeholder and facilitator of the continuous monitoring efforts that promote RMF compliance throughout the organization. The ISSO provides clear direction and assists programmatic IT and infrastructure support personnel with the application of security patches and secure configurations commensurate with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). The ideal candidate will have experience in designing, implementing, and managing security solutions within classified environments, with particular emphasis on leveraging Splunk for security information and event management (SIEM). Routine collaboration and consultation with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) regarding the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified information systems under general supervision, the candidate is responsible for performing a full range of Information Assurance functions in support of the security needs of the ORNL FIE ISSM / Group lead.

System Security Oversight

• Provide day-to-day cybersecurity support for classified / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) systems.
• Ensure compliance with DOE-IN, DoD, and NIST requirements across multiple facilities.
• Develop, review, and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs) and related RMF artifacts (hardware / software lists, diagrams, PPSM, categorization forms, continuous monitoring plans, contingency plans).

Security Engineering & Compliance

Governance & Training

Basic Requirements

Desired Skills

Special Requirement

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. It is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position requiring a pre-placement drug test and ongoing random drug testing. Due to the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.

Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements

For employment at ORNL, a Real ID compliant form of identification is required. ORNL is subject to DOE access restrictions. All employees must be able to obtain and maintain a federal PIV card as mandated by HSPD-12 and DOE Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation. New employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check. This investigation includes disclosure of illegal drug activities within the last year and may include substances that are illegal under federal law.

For foreign national candidates : If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and must obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination. After meeting the residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's challenges. Our team includes over 7,000 individuals. Our goal is to create an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, supporting ORNL as a top choice for employment.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical and retirement plans, flexible work hours, on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities.

Benefits

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email : ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and / or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

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