For almost 40 years Aero Simulation Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B-1 Training Systems (Air Force), E-2D Training Systems (Navy), CH-53E Training Devices (USMC), and IMOMS (Coast Guard). To learn more about ASI visit Aero Simulation | Products and Services for Commercial and Military Training. To learn more about this opportunity, keep reading!

Before we tell you more about the position, we want to tell you why you want a career at ASI! While your work contributes to ASI’s mission, ASI supports you and your family! ASI has one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry. We offer everything from a flexible work schedule to comprehensive medical, life, and voluntary coverage options.

• Flexible Work Schedules – 9/80 work schedule from day one!
• Competitive Salary!
• Sign-On Bonuses
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Off Time – Increases with years of service
• Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave and Military Leave
• 401(k) – Company Match
• Year End Shutdown – Enjoy holiday time with family during our company paid year end shutdown
• Medical Insurance – ASI pays 100% of Employee premiums plus either spouse or family premiums
• Dental Insurance – ASI pays 100% of Employee premiums
• Vision Insurance – Optional (Employee Paid)
• Long Term Disability – ASI pays 100% Employee premiums
• Short Term Disability – Optional (Employee Paid)
• Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Telework/Work From Home
• Professional Development: Multiple opportunities for personal and professional development through internal training & certification programs and unlimited access to online learning opportunities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) applies current Information Assurance (IA) technologies to the architecture, design, development, evaluation, and integration of applications, systems, and networks to maintain systems security. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies current Information Assurance (IA) technologies to the architecture, design, development, evaluation, and integration of applications, systems, and networks to maintain systems security. 
• Applies network and system architecture design principles and concepts.
• Prepares documentation such as System Security Plans (SSP), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to ensure compliance with Government security policies, procedures, and requirements. 
• Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments at the network, systems and application level.
• Works within the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to perform implementation, monitoring, and documentation of defined system security configurations.
• Performs system and security administration tasks on both Linux and Windows, server and desktop operating systems.
• Implements and deploys various server applications to include Assured Compliance Assessment Solutions (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS), Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), and other automated tools to support compliance, verification and validation activities. 
• Performs systems audits to assess security related factors within the IT infrastructure. 
• Collaboratives with project engineers to merge security baselines with their functional simulation subsystem software and mitigate any consequential operational or performance issues.
• Collects and maintains artifacts needed to meet system cybersecurity reporting. 
• Ensures that information system changes are evaluated and implemented as required. 
• Coordinates cybersecurity inspections, tests, and reviews. 
• Maintain awareness of changes to local and DoD security policies and make recommendations to policies or configurations to implement directed changes. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

MID – 5 to 7 Years

SENIOR – 7+ Years

• Direct experience with DoD IA policies and procedures. 
• Experiencing creating DoD RMF packages and associated work products. 
• Experience with NIST Special Pamphlet (SP) 800-53 Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework, NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations.
• Experience with Committee on National Security Systems Instructions (CNSSI) or National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities to include Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) assessment and remediation and maintenance Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) documentation. 
• Experience using industry standards, emerging technologies and innovative solutions.
• Experience using tools including HBSS, McAfee, ePO, ACAS/Nessus, and syslog.
• Experience writing technical procedures, interpreting and compiling vulnerability audit results, and creating technical documented packages used to obtain DoD security authorization. 
• Experience planning, creating, and tracking of ongoing authorization inputs and artifacts to support Authorization to Operate (ATO) decisions. 
• Experience with MS Windows and Red HAT/CENT OS Linux operating systems.
• Experience designing, developing, implementing and enforcing security requirements. 
• Experience in interpreting IT vulnerability scanning results. 
• Experience with TCP/IP networking.
• Experience with centralized management services (Active Directory) preferred. 
• Working knowledge of SCAP/OVAL Benchmarks. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong analytical problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to adapt communication style and messaging to different audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, ensuring stakeholder expectations are managed appropriately.
• Ability to work in a project-oriented, fast paced environment to meet deadlines in both collaborative settings and independently.
• Proficiency in common business software (Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, Power Point, Excel, Visio, SharePoint).

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or related degree/experience. 

Current COMPTIA Security+ CE certification or equivalent DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification or higher. 

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Due to contractual requirements must be a United States Citizen
• Must be able to pass an initial background check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense security clearance. Employee/selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (as required)
• Travel (CONUS and/or OCONUS) is required to support on-site integration, testing, and acceptance which may include extended periods at customer locations.
• ASI is a Drug Free Workplace where applicants and employees are required to successfully pass pre-employment and Random drug testing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:
• Must be able to perform normal office duties (sitting for long periods at a desk or while attending meetings).
• Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via multiple types of transportation to include car and airplane.
• Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator.
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment consisting of offices and cubicles with low to moderate noise and bright or dim lighting.
• The work is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.
• The nature of the work requires a high degree of teamwork and cooperation with other members of the staff as well as external customers.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The following policies apply to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Candidate Reasonable Accommodation

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify Aero simulation, Inc. by e-mail at jobs@aerosimulation.com or by calling directly at 813-867-4447. 

ADA Policy

It is the policy of ASI to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its Amendments. ASI will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. ASI also will make reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with handicaps, disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made are not an undue hardship for ASI.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ASI is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic/civil partnership or marital status, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive for everyone to be valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.