GMD Information Assurance Systems Engineer 4

Skills Management Title Engineering Status Full Time, Employee Business Component Engineering Requisition Number 08-1010450 YOU MAY NOT ALWAYS SEE US, but we're in the sky, on the ground, at sea and out in space; with your help our technologies will benefit the world. That's why we're here. GMD Information Assurance Systems Engineer 4 Position Description Performs Information Assurance (IA) related duties on Ground-based Mid-Course Defense (GMD) mission, test and administrative computing systems and networks. Specific duties include conducting Certification & Accreditation (C&A) pre-test, test execution and post-test analysis and mitigation planning; development and execution of network connection approval documents supporting GMD integration, test and operational events. Individual shall be required to conduct IA risk assessments, assess and recommend cost-effective risk-mitigating IA countermeasures, and coordinate security approvals to operate recommendations with Government customers and Certification/Designated Approval Authorities following Government Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) processes. Will be required to present IA requirements, design and implementations at working groups and other technical forums. Other duties as directed. Some travel required to GMD operational sites and contractor locations. REQUIRED: Previous Information Assurance (IA) related work experience and knowledge of security requirements for Automated Information Systems. Related work experience with DoD 5200.22, 5200.40, 8500.1, 8500.2, Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). Demonstrated success working in a distributed team environment with multiple organizations and contractors. Preferred: Demonstrated IA experience on major DoD weapons systems and familiarity with Unix, AIX, Linux, Sun Solaris and Windows. Knowledge of System risk management process, system architecture and design, and threat impact knowledge. Competencies General/Leadership [ + ] Planning And Organizing Identifies more critical and less critical activities and assignments; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Proactively determines project or assignment requirements by breaking them down into tasks and identifying types of equipment, materials, and people needed. Effectively allocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own work; avoids scheduling conflicts. Is an expert at taking advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently; coordinates with internal and external partners. Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion. [ + ] Systems Thinking Consistently evaluates job tasks and processes on how well they help meet team objective(s); identifies non-value-adding components and barriers. Formulates change strategies; frequently seeks input from other project leads and internal employees to evaluate options for change and encourage buy-in. Makes appropriate changes to job/role structures and processes by communicating effectively and focusing on new skill development. Uses extensive measurement systems to monitor the implementation.Technical [ + ] Analytical Skills Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers. [ + ] Certification & Qualification Extensive knowledge of verification, validation, certification and qualification processes and procedures, including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to assess and document test or analysis data to show compliance. [ + ] Government Security Reg Extensive and specialized knowledge of government security regulations (e.g., National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual [NISPOM], International Traffic in Arms Regulations [ITAR], Export Administration Regulations [EAR]). [ + ] System Security Processes Extensive and specialized knowledge of system security domains (e.g., information assurance, anti-tamper, intrusion detection, software protection, software assurance, communications security, encryption and key management, network security, reverse engineering, countermeasures, certification and accreditation, special security endorsement) and industry and government guidance and regulations [e.g., Common Criteria, DoD Information Technology Security Certification and Accreditation Process (DITSCAP), National Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (NIACAP), Director Central Intelligence Directive DCID 6/3] which engineers apply to produce secure systems. Education and/or Experience Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry and typically 9 to 13 years experience in an engineering classification or either a Master's degree with 7 to 11 years experience or a PhD degree with 4 to 8 years experience in an engineering classification. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information Position requires US Citizenship. Applicants selected must have a current FINAL SECRET clearance - will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for accessing classified information. TOP SECRET security clearance is a plus. **Please indicate your current Security Clearance status and last date of review clearly on your resume.** Prefer degree in CS, CIS, SE or CE. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. Contact Info: Boeing, U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Boeing is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace. Copyright © 2006 Boeing. All Rights Reserved.