Information Assurance Specialist II

Vast is looking for a(n) Information Assurance Specialist II, reporting to the Information Security Manager, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations. 

The Information Assurance Specialist II supports the development of security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with pertinent regulations and security standards (i.e. NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2, NIST 800-53 Rev 5).

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Maintain compliance documentation for multiple standards/requirements such as NIST 800-171r2, NIST SP 800-53r5, CMMC 2.0, and ITAR/EAR
• Support the build out of Vast’s compliance program for both corporate and mission environments
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Support change management and risk assessment efforts
• Support all internal and external security assessments
• Continuously monitor security systems, networks, and applications for compliance drift
• Provide Information Security related training as required
• Provide technical support to the Information Security Engineering function when appropriate

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience supporting compliance efforts in the Defense Industrial Base and/or within the broader commercial space industry
• Previous experience implementing and documenting NIST standards (i.e. 800-53, 800-171, CSF)
• Experience in continuously monitoring controls and conducting remediations
• Experience in supporting certification assessments, gap assessments, self-assessments, and/or compliance audits.
• Proficiency in security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and vulnerability scanning.
• Proficient understanding of cloud systems such as AWS, Google, and Azure

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Possess an active certification listed under DoD 8140 IAM Level II and/or IAT Level II (i.e. Security+ CE, CISSP, etc.)
• Familiarity with assessment & authorization platforms such as eMASS.
• Prior experience obtaining ATOs and other similar authorizations for classified environments
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
• Specific certifications, as appropriate