Akima

Company Overview

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description

ASE is looking for an Information Security Systems Officer (ISSO), Journeyman to work in support of Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in Orlando, Florida.

To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, upgrades, or monitors security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
• Assesses system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard information and vital electronic infrastructure.
• May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
• May perform Cybersecurity services such as Assess and Authorize (A&A) Computer Network Defense (CND) services in order to protect the CIA of the NAVAIR Cyber environment.
• Will need to remain current on technological advances relevant to the requirements they support and provide documented recommendations when appropriate.
• Cybersecurity is a dynamic field under continual evolution.
• The Contractor shall maintain a relevant knowledge base, training, and personnel mix to continually adapt to and meet shifting cyber threat areas, using the latest analysis, mitigation, and remediation techniques/tools.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Minimum 3 years of experience implementing, upgrading and monitoring security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
• Experience assessing system vulnerabilities, performing threat analysis and implementing safeguards.
• Experience handling and reporting security incidents and breaches.
• Certifications: IAM III such as CISSP, CISSP Associate, CISM, GLSC OR ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.

Benefits Description

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees.

Job ID

2025-17207

Work Type

On-Site