Description

Job Description
Do you want to be part of a unique program supporting an exciting and vital law enforcement and national security mission? At BAE Systems, you'll have the opportunity to not only make an impact, but also to hone your security knowledge and skills as you take on exciting new challenges.

BAE Systems is seeking an Information Security Specialist who will be responsible for supporting Senior Network Security professionals and IT staff in providing and administering to firewall protection; intrusion prevention and detection; log analysis and review; traffic analysis, user account management, and incident reporting for the project IT systems.

This is an ideal position for a current hands-on Certified Information Security Specialist (CISSP) who would enjoy a key role supporting a unique program's research network as both a network security engineer and security analyst. The work involves supporting an Active Directory environment with physical and virtual servers, storage arrays, and Windows, Linux and Apple laptops/desktops. The daily routine can include checking and analyzing security and intrusion logs, updating Systems Security Plans and related documentation, and updating IT security policies and procedures.

In addition, this role involves support/backup to the Help Desk/Lab Manager for monitoring, maintaining servers, and setting up systems for workshops. The environment is fast moving supporting elite level professionals.

The ideal Information Security Specialist will have experience in:

• Identifying Security Controls that are Provided by the Organization as Common Controls for Organizational Information Systems and Document the Controls into the SSP or equivalent Documents
• Tailoring Security Controls as Needed
• Developing a Strategy for Monitoring Security Controls Effectiveness and any Proposed or Actual Changes to the Information System
• Implementing Security Controls
• Documenting the Implemented Security Controls in the SSP with a Functional Description of the Control Implementation
• Developing, Reviewing and Approving a Plan to Assess Security Controls
• Assessing Security Controls in Accordance with the Assessment Procedures Defined in the SSP.
• Preparing the Security Assessment Reports Documenting the Issues, Findings and Recommendations
• Submitting the Security Assessment Report to the System Owner
• Monitoring Security Controls
• Performing System Security Research, Analysis, and Design for New Systems
• Verifying and Validating System Security Requirements and Analyzing System Security Designs.
• Implementing Information Security Requirements
• Performing System Security Research, Analysis, and Design
• Assisting in the Development of Security Assessment Packages
• Planning and Overseeing Systems Configuration Changes
• Participating in Security Inspections, Tests and Reviews
• Conducting an internal C&A/A&A for a unique isolated network.
  Identifying potential threats, suspicious/anomalous activity, malware, etc.
  Candidate must have the ability to recommend IA hardening without losing agility.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Minimum of minimum of three (3) years' experience directly supporting information systems security efforts.
• Certified as an information systems security professional (CISSP)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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.