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ASEC
501-1,000 employees
Defense engineering, IT, training, and logistics
Compensation Overview
$130k - $145k/yr
Ridgecrest, CA, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
Category
 IT & Security (1) |
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Requirements
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Engineering, or a related, technical area of study preferred. Without a bachelor's degree, 10 years of experience as an Information System Security Officer will be required.
- At least 5 years of experience in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (IA/CS).
- Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) DoD Instruction 8510.01.
- Experience with security controls and implementation delineated in Committee of National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-53, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).
- Experience performing vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency Security Technical Implementation Guide (DISA STIG), the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated Benchmarks.
- Experience implementing operating system and network devices security configuration in accordance with DISA approved STIGs.
- Experience performing security control continuous monitoring, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
- Experience identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
- Knowledge of the Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, DoD 5205.07, and DoD 5205.07-M Volumes 1-4, Special Access Program (SAP) Policy, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG).
- Current Information Assurance/Information Security certification at IAM-II level (i.e., CompTIA CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP) as defined by DoD 8570.01-M. Must upload copies of relevant IT certifications as part of application.
- This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
- Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies.
- Conducting vulnerability assessments using automated benchmarks and tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker.
- Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with DISA approved Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Performing security control continuous monitoring, reviewing system security plans and associated artifacts, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems.
- Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL).
- Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations.
- Providing guidance of cross-functional cybersecurity efforts ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and milestones.
- Collaborating on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions, including SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, and Knowledge Articles.
- Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential threats to satellite communication infrastructures.
- Position may require flexibility in working hours.
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
- Professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proactive approach to work and ability to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
- Flexibility in working hours.
ASEC provides engineering, IT, training, and logistics services to support defense aviation and mission success for the military. The company delivers these services by designing aircraft systems, creating custom training courseware for Navy personnel, and managing the technical testing and security of flight operations. As a 100% employee-owned business, ASEC distinguishes itself by aligning staff incentives directly with client outcomes across a broad range of integrated technical disciplines. Its goal is to provide the defense industry with cost-effective expertise to ensure the reliability and readiness of advanced manned and unmanned aircraft.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Maryland
Founded
2004
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Team expanded to 600 professionals supporting 15+ installations nationwide.[2]
- Markon acquisition in July 2024 strengthens resources and government missions.[2]
- Offices in Lexington Park MD, Jacksonville FL, Dallas TX, Seattle WA expand reach.[1]
What critics are saying
- Markon ownership eliminates ASEC's independent pivots to DoD budget cuts.
- 100% U.S. government reliance collapses revenue on sequestration or terminations.
- Employee ownership loses founders' knowledge to retirement in 18-36 months.
What makes ASEC unique
- ASEC specializes in aviation systems engineering for DoD at Naval Air Station Patuxent River.[1][5]
- Founded 2003 by Vin Bellezza, David Bennett, Doug Desrochers, JB Hollyer in Denny's Waldorf.[6]
- 100% employee-owned with 600 experts across 15+ military installations.[2][4]
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Equity
Company News
Washington Technology
Jul 8th, 2024
Markon separated from its former parent in the summer of 2023 to focus exclusively on federal work.