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Job Information
Job title

Network Security Systems Engineer - DITSCAP/ DIACAP, INFOSEC

Company Bell Microproducts Inc.
Wage Not specified
Location United States, California, Huntington Beach
Employment type Full Time
Education Not Specified
Year Experience 4 - 5 Years of Practical Experience
Travel Not Specified
Published on 6/21/2008
Description
Location
Huntington Beach, CA

Virtual Office/Telecommute?
(Things you should know about Virtual Office)
Virtual Work Possible

Shift
First

Business Unit
Integrated Defense Sys

Division
Network & Space Systems

Program
Combat Systems

Occupation Title
Systems Engineering

Skills Management Title
Systems Security

Job Classification
6K8CP5
Note: The level of the classification for a specific applicant will be based on the qualifications of that applicant.

Job Type
Non-Management

Experience Level
Senior Level (15+ years of experience)

Exemption Status
Exempt

Union
No

Security Clearance Required?
(Security Clearance definitions)
Current Secret - US Citizenship Required

Work Eligibility Required?
Yes

US Person Status Required?
Yes

Export Control Required?
Yes

Relocation Money Available?
Yes

Date Posted
06/12/2008

Closing Date
(Things you should know about closing dates)
08/11/2008

Position Description
Information Security (INFOSEC) System Engineer will lead the Information Assurance design, development, implementation, initial fielding and security accreditation for the Future combat System (FCS). The effort will include development of secure networks for tactical/strategic communication systems used by the military services and the DoD. The Applicant will provide technical support, process expertise and oversight as part of the program overall system engineering effort for INFOSEC design and development to include security architecture analysis, security requirements definition and allocation, identification of system security vulnerabilities, key management and implementation of risk management, information assurance, COMPUSEC, COMSEC and TRANSEC. Knowledge of DITSCAP and/or DIACAP Accreditation process; knowledge of tactical secure communications; key management and PKI. Occasional travel will be required to interface with customers and program related meetings, conferences, and briefings. Other Boeing locations like Sunnyvale, CA may also be considered for qualified candidates.

Competencies
General/Leadership
[ + ] Collaboration

Mentors others in working effectively and cooperatively with team leaders, managers and internal employees; consistently and proactively establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving team leaders, managers and internal employees and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide assistance and/or thought leadership to other project team leaders when doing so would benefit the organization.
[ + ] Continuous Learning

Serves as an organizational focal point for team leaders, managers and internal employees who provide and/or need advanced or specialized sources of information. Consistently and proactively identifies and participates in appropriate learning activities (e.g., courses, reading, self-study, coaching, experiential learning) that help fulfill learning needs. Actively participates in learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience (e.g., takes notes, asks questions, critically analyzes information, keeps on-the-job application in mind, does required tasks). Guides others in applying advanced or unusually complex new knowledge, understanding, or skill to practical use on the job; furthers learning through trial and error. Regularly places self in unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations in order to ask questions and learn; takes on unusual complex, challenging or unfamiliar assignments.
[ + ] Customer Focus

Provides enterprise level modeling for making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive, high-level customer relationships as they relate to complex and large scale projects; actively seeks information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; presents project level information to senior level customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how complex project level decisions/actions/plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet significant customer needs and resolve complex problems; provides enterprise level thought leadership on monitoring and evaluating customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.
[ + ] Systems Thinking

Consistently and proactively evaluates job tasks and processes on how well they help meet program/project objective(s); identifies non-value-adding components and barriers. Expertly formulates complex change strategies; frequently seeks input from others to evaluate options for change and encourage buy-in. Makes appropriate changes to job/role structures and processes by assigning accountability appropriately, communicating effectively, focusing on new skill development, and integrating with related systems or processes. Uses accurate measurement systems to monitor the implementation.
Technical
[ + ] Certification & Qualification

Basic - Advanced, expert 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.
Preferred -
[ + ] Engr Knowledge & Comprehension

Basic - Advanced knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables.
Preferred - Highly advanced, expert 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.
[ + ] System Security Processes

Basic - Advanced/expert 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.
Preferred - Highly advanced knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables.

Education and/or Experience
Level 5 - Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry and typically 14 to 19 years experience in an engineering classification or either a Master's degree with 12 to 17 years experience or a PhD degree with 9 to 14 years experience in an engineering classification. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 6 - Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry and typically 20 years experience in an engineering classification or either a Master's degree with 18 years' experience or a PhD degree with a minimum of 15 years experience in an engineering classification. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Other Job related information
A current Secret Clearance is required for consideration. **Submitted resumes are required to indicate current Security Clearance status and date of most recent review.** Knowledge and experience in DITSCAP and/or DIACAP Accreditation process is required; knowledge of cryptographic system operations and certification desired; Candidate should be familiar with networking and key management techniques including electronic Key Management System (EKMS), HAIPE and secure networking. Experience in DITSCAP/DIACAP architecture on DoD Program desired. Familiarity with current versions and knowledge of guards/firewalls/routers, security software design and development (object oriented programming), and multilevel secure operating systems a plus. Experience in cost and schedule performance management is desired. Prefers a minimum of 2 years experience in INFOSEC technology development and/or 3 years experience in System Security Certification Process. This position requires expertise in network security management systems for mobil ad-hoc wireless and wired networks, networking protocols, and network security concepts. Familiarity with NSA and DOD network security standards is highly desirable. Familiarity with tactical communications and tactical operations is desired. Experience in developing network management products to manage Router, Switches, Hubs and /or Security Gateways is desirable. Recent experience in the application of Multiple Level of Security (MLS) and firewalls will be of benefit. Familiarity with GIG network architectures and protocols, and JTRS, FAB-T, FCS, TSAT or TMOS is a plus.df-tc

Experience/Skills
See above

Other desired skills:
Network Security Systems Engineer - DITSCAP/ DIACAP, INFOSEC
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