INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY OFFICER (ISSO) - TOP SECRET CLEARANCE

SpaceX is looking for an experienced information security professional with broad technical knowledge of information assurance, and a proven track-record of managing the assessment and accreditation of information systems in secure environments. You will be a member of the National Security Team and will have primary responsibility for ensuring the authorization and accreditation for classified systems. You should flourish in a demanding and challenging environment with little direct guidance (other than from the ISSM), but have a high degree of responsibility and accountability. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, self-motivator and possess impeccable integrity to excel at this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the information systems security manager and system administrator for the information system to ensure compliance with government requirements and regulations, including NIST 800-53a and derivatives. Build analyses of these requirements/regulations, as well as updating and assembling the required documentation needed in order to maintain and/or receive an authorization to operate (ATO)
• Be a subject matter expert on government accreditation processes in classified spaces. Be the day-to-day person for answering questions on process, timeline, and status of classified assets and then reporting what’s required to the information system security manager
• Assist in writing policy, procedure, and standards on the proper secure deployment and maintenance of classified information technology systems
• Build and maintain relationships with Government customers to keep open lines of communication as systems are built-out and accredited. Respond to requests for information in a thorough and timely manner
• “Roll up your sleeves” to accredit, change, and expand the current information systems in support of the program as necessary. Provide technical expertise on the authorization and accreditation process
• Report out to internal business owners and executive sponsors on status and timelines – both periodically and as independently requested

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience serving as an ISSE, ISSO, or ISSM
• Security+, GSLC, GSEC, or other DoD approved 8570 Baseline Certification in the Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level I or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II categories
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or active Top Secret clearance with favorable completion of a U.S. Government polygraph pursuant to employment. Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems/IT, mathematics, physics, or similar technical discipline
• Working knowledge of risk management framework (RMF) within both the IC and DoD communities
• Authorization, certification, and accreditation processes as it pertains to classified information systems
• Strong experience with tools such as XACTA, eMASS, ServiceNow, Nessus, Splunk, Tenable.sc, McAfee ePO, and other security tools
• Basic knowledge of computer networking and Windows/Linux systems management
• Superb communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated technical project management skills
• Track record of getting things done quickly and with quality

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or active Top Secret clearance with favorable completion of a U.S. Government polygraph pursuant to employment. Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to travel in support of programmatic requirements
• Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends in support of mission milestones and deadlines

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Information Systems Security Officer: $110,000.00-$145,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.