What You Will Do
We are seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the cybersecurity program for information system boundaries accredited within Amazon Web Services (AWS) on the Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E) platform. The ISSO will contribute to a portfolio of exciting and high-impact national security scientific research.
In this role, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design secure, high-performance computing solutions that drive world-class scientific outcomes for our stakeholders. The Special Security IT and Cyber Operations group (SSO-3) is an integral part of the Sensitive and Special Operations (SSO) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), focusing on implementation of IT and network technologies for high security environments.
The SSO Division is responsible for the operation of special security facilities at LANL and remote sites, enabling cutting-edge work in Emerging Threats, Energy Security, and Nuclear Threats and Deterrence. Our dedicated teams architect and implement secure computing environments used to tackle the nation's toughest challenges in global and nuclear security.
As a member of the Special Security Cyber Operations Team, your responsibilities will include:
Assisting the ISSM in development, implementation, and evaluation of the cybersecurity program for classified computing systems within the LANL Field Intelligence Element (FIE).
Participating in or leading projects that address significant and/or complex cyber issues, working with multi-disciplinary teams to analyze and interpret national cybersecurity requirements in support of scientific research.
Identifying, developing, and implementing solutions to address cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Evaluating and recommending new tools to strengthen the FIE's cybersecurity posture.
Contributing to security reviews, assessments, security plan development, and related documentation for classified systems.
Additional Responsibilities include:
Serving as primary or alternate ISSO for the Department of Energy's Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence (DOE-IN) for Strategic Partner information systems.
Implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF), in accordance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503, the Committee for National Security Systems publications, and NIST Special Publications (SP) 800 series.
Performing continuous monitoring activities in support of ongoing authorizations and maintaining effective monitoring of security controls. This includes risk assessments, self-assessments, account management, configuration management, vulnerability management, and auditing of information systems.
Developing and maintaining authorization packages, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms), and Security Assessment Reports (SARs).
Supporting secure system deployment and operations in AWS Classified Regions (Secret and Top Secret).
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Proficiency in the implementation of the NIST RMF for national security systems in accordance with all applicable NIST publications, DOE orders, DOE-IN policies, ICDs, and other government agency governing requirements.
Hands-on experience with AWS Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E) environments and AWS security services such as IAM, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, and KMS. Candidates must have prior cyber-related work experience within AWS environments.
Understanding of distributed systems, architectures, and network protocols.
Experience developing and maintaining comprehensive authorization packages.
Strong technical writing abilities and effective stakeholder communication skills.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and a minimum of 5 years' related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. At this level post graduate work may be expected.
Desired Qualifications:
Master's Degree in cybersecurity, information assurance, or related technical field.
Active Q or Top-Secret clearance.
Active Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access (or ability to obtain).
DoDD 8570 IAM Level 1, or equivalent certification. Cloud+ preferred.
Experience in SCI or Special Access Program (SAP) environments.
Knowledge of DOE/DoD cybersecurity policies.
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 -Located
Clearance: Q/SCI (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Term position: Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 3.
