Information System Security Officer - Fellowship

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

We're looking for passionate, innovative fellow to participate in hands-on security and compliance implementations to support business missions. You'll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world's first truly global Internet Service Provider, with a heavy emphasis on security in all areas of the business.

Keeping our systems, technology and employees safe is a key priority for Viasat. If you thrive under pressure and love the challenges associated with security and compliance investigation and implementation, then read on. As an IT Security fellow, you will focus on providing analysis support and technical recommendations to Viasat's Corporate Information System Security Manager (ISSM). In this role, you will get to:

• Perform several aspects of the computer security program enabling the company to meet contractual requirements in accordance with contract requirements.
• Support the ISSM to achieve/maintain system accreditation and maintain compliance of classified information systems.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure that systems are operating securely, and computer security policies/procedures are implemented efficiently and as defined in security plans.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate system security threats and risks to several stand-alone, LAN and WAN systems.
• Conduct continuous monitoring activities on assigned information system per the approved security plan
• Maintain records of HW/SW revisions, perform various configuration management activities, virus updates, patch management, user account management, etc., ensuring all documentation is annotated as required.
• Respond to queries and requests for computer security information and reports.
• Participate in the development of requirements and processes to enable our DevOps team to automate repetitive tasks to improve security, consistency, and efficiency of operations.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in administration, configuration, and security hardening of: Windows Client and Server, Linux, Active Directory, Group Policy, TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP
• 4+ years as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO)/Information Assurance Analyst in a DoD, IC, or other industrial security program and in-depth understanding of the NISPOM and overall understanding of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
• Experience with eMASS, DISA STIGs, SCAP Compliance Checker and managing POA&Ms.
• Solid understanding of system backup and patch management software
• Excellent written communication and organizational skills
• Possess the interpersonal skills vital to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to work well under pressure, good problem-solving skills
• DoD 8570.1/DoD 8140.01 Certification - Security+ CE a minimum
• U.S. Citizenship and a DoD Secret Clearance

• 2+ years of experience working with vulnerability and compliance scanning tools. (Nessus, SCAP, ACAS)
• Experience with Windows and Linux/UNIX integration and administration

• Active military participating in 24-2 Cohort.

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click .