Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.
Would you like to join a highly motivated cybersecurity team that paves the way for Department of Defense space systems? Join our team of cybersecurity professionals providing cutting-edge cybersecurity tests and operations to emerging Launch Range assets. If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!
This position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA.
This position is eligible for a (hybrid) telecommuting schedule.
Essential Functions
- Lead Cybersecurity Operations (CSO) teams in support of the Launch and Test Range System (LTRS) across the Enterprise
- Lead and manage the LTRS Access Management Plan (LAMP) effort across the Western Range (WR)
- Ensure CSO WR has a solid project plan/roadmap for LAMP site visits and inspections to ensure all access management procedures are trained, understood, and properly managed
- Prepare for Cybersecurity Inspections such as LAMP, NISPOM, and Raytheon Peer Review
- Plan and manage day-to-day operations to ensure CSO support for FISMA, ATO, ATC, LAMP, and TEMPEST efforts
- Lead WR CSO efforts to support the WR System Security Working Group (SSWG) bi-weekly presentation and meeting
- Lead WR CSO efforts to participate in the WR ISSM Configuration Management, Cybersecurity Engineering, and Cybersecurity Operations tag-up meetings
- Organize and lead ASCA site visits
- Ensure FISMA and ATO packages are submitted on-time with all required artifacts
- Coordinate CSO efforts across both ranges in close communication and cooperation with the Eastern Range (ER) Cybersecurity (CS) Principal and team and look for opportunities to standardize operations and seek efficiencies across both ranges
- Perform DoD Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with DIACAP and RMF process
- Develop, modify, and review A&A documentation
- Analyze the architectures of IT systems for compliance with DoD policies; develop and execute security test plans; and use security tools such as ACAS, SCAP, and execution of STIGs
- Assess the Cybersecurity risk of IT systems documenting them in formal risk assessments and supporting artifacts associated with the A&A process
- Organize, develop, and present briefings, written summaries, and written reports incorporating narrative, tabular and/or graphic elements
- Determine the security posture and CS authorization readiness of systems and architectures
- Support the CS IPT Lead and engineering design teams by assessing network and system security design features and making recommendations concerning overall security accreditation readiness and compliance with CS guidance and best practices
- Plan, organize and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives to ensure target dates and goals are achieved.
- Provide technical evaluation and input into resource requirements for project plans, project estimates, and resource management for (WR) CSO personnel
- Prepare and execute detailed computer system analysis, including interim and final reports and presentation of analysis data
- Research policies, procedures, standards, and guidance, and apply under specific conditions for the protection of information and information systems
- Conduct Information Systems vulnerability assessment, risk mitigation, and Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) development and tracking, understanding and application of mitigation strategies.
- Provide CS Subject Matter Expertise (SME) support to project teams
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Ability to lead and mentor Cybersecurity Operations professionals at the Associate, Specialist, and Senior levels
- Strong technical skills
- Strong communication skills, written and oral, to interact with team members and customers
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
- Master’s degree in related field preferred.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of Cybersecurity related experience.
- Network and/or System Administration technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Linux/Unix operating systems, Cisco products, VMWare/virtualization; and Cross Domain Solutions/Guards.
- Strong understanding of DIACAP, RMF, ACAS, and Vulnerability Management.
- Experience leading a team and providing technical direction.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- DoD 8570 IAM III Certified (CISM, CISSP (or Associate), or GSLC)
- Requires minimal travel as needed
- The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Benefits of Working at RGNext
RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.
The salary range for this role is $82,450 to $129,062; however, RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training and preferred skills and knowledge.
Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor’s ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.
RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.