Information Security System Officer (ISSO)

About EpiSci

EpiSci, an Applied Intuition company, develops next-generation, tactical autonomy solutions for national security problems. EpiSci’s autonomy software is technology agnostic, operationally informed, tactically relevant, and has piloted swarms of uncrewed aerial systems and tactical fighter aircraft. Additional applications include crewed-uncrewed teaming for air dominance, cognitive sensors, and networks for advanced communications systems, as well as battle management command and control for informed decision-making. EpiSci delivers unmatched speed, cost-efficiency, and scalability as the preferred partner for defense agencies and industry teams seeking mission-critical autonomy solutions.

About the role

At EpiSci, you will:

• Ensure classified systems follow government/company regulations while still meeting program demands and operating in an accredited state to include RMF documentation
• Assist with the design, development and implementation of programs, procedures and systems for secure facilities; ensures facility compliance with requirements for classified information system processing
• Assist and conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, security threats/risks, and protection needs
• Maintain knowledge of applicable policies, regulations, and compliance documents related to classified computing assets and environments
• Assist with security reviews, tests, and audits of information technology systems and DoD Cybersecurity On-Site Inspections; ensures periodic self-inspections are conducted

We're looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor’s or Minimum of 5 years of ISSO or Cybersecurity policy/engineering experience
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II/III certification (condition of employment)
• Proficiency with multiple Government information security policies and regulations: e.g. Risk Management Framework (RMF), ICD-503, JSIG, and NIST 800 series special publications to include writing authorization packages
• Experience in designing computing hardware and networking, along with expertise in security-relevant tools, systems, and applications such as NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, and HBSS
• Experience with incident response, disaster recovery, forensics principles, continuous monitoring, and cybersecurity hygiene domains/network enclaves to include designing, building, and maintaining information system enclaves

Travel Requirements:

• Willing to travel for company business between Irvine, CA and Poway, CA locations, as well as to customer sites (~10%)

Security Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have an active DoD security clearance

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Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $120,000 to $160,000 USD annually.