Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flightdesigning, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
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Support Pratt & Whitney's Government Security Compliance, North Berwick, ME as the Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) position critical to the continued success of Pratt & Whitney's (P&W) military programs. The FSO / ISSO will ensure the cleared North Berwick, ME facility is meeting or exceeding all requirements set forth from the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), NISPOM, DAAPM, ICDs, and other governing regulations.
The person in this role will report directly to the Government Security Compliance (GSC) Associate Director, Corporate Facility Security Officer located in East Hartford, CT. Responsibilities of the FSO / ISSO will include, but are not limited to :
- Ensuring the formulation, establishment and execution of local collateral security policy, procedures, protocols, and metrics pertinent to the facility consistent with NISP and Intelligence Community Directive requirements.
- Ensuring effective communications regarding security by interfacing / liaising with internal and external customers including Government Customers, Associate Contractors, Subcontractor, Current / Former employees, Internal P&W teams, and Senior leadership.
- Maintain classified holding records, CAGE code Facility Clearance, and change conditions
- Investigating security incidents and violations and prepare reports for submittal through the Associate Director, Corporate FSO to Cognizant Security Authority.
- Serve as the GSC Project Manager representative on select core projects / initiatives
- Initiate security program reviews to include Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) visits, Formal USG inspections and Self-inspections.
- Provide GSC guidance to company personnel
- Serve as a member on the Insider Threat Management Council, and provide leadership / direction on Insider Threat Program activities
- Serve as the North Berwick, ME liaison with the Corporate Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO)
- Working in close collaboration with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) located in East Hartford, CT to monitor, analyze, document, and report user activity in accordance with policies and procedures to ensure the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system;
- Processing user account requests by verifying and documenting requisite security clearances, authorization, and need-to-know and instructing users of their security responsibilities before granting access to the information system;
- Ensuring audit records are collected, analyzed, and documented in accordance with system security authorization packages, informing the ISSM of any anomalies discovered during the review and analysis;
- Developing and maintaining a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures required to monitor and report on the security aspects of an information system;
- Recognize possible security violations or incidents, reporting them to the ISSM as soon as possible, to include those reported by a third party, and supporting any required incident response activities as directed;
- Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties to establish detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system
- Other duties as directed by the Corporate FSO
Qualifications You Must Have :
Associate's degree and 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or Technology field; OR Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Advanced degree and 3+ years of relevant industry experience. We will also consider high school diploma, technical or military training, or recognized industry certifications in combination with 9+ years of relevant industry experience.1+ years of hands-on experience supporting administering and / or maintaining computing systems, networks and / or softwareActive U.S. government issued Secret level security clearance required plus ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret level security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.Ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance with SAP / SCI access.Must be able to obtain industry recognized Cybersecurity certification (i.e. Security + CE) within 12 months of hire.Qualifications We Prefer :
College degree preferably in cybersecurity or relevant engineering fieldIndustry recognized Cybersecurity certification (i.e. Security + CE)Experience with DISS, NISS, SIMS, and other DCSA related databases.Project management experience and coordination skills related to working with government officials, contractors, and internal teamsUnderstanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE / ACE / SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).Ability to work and effectively communicate across the organization, as well as suppliers and customersIn addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is :
Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.