Information Systems Security Officer (cyber Architect)

Date: Jan 14, 2026

Location: Nellis AFB, NV, Nevada, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 26635

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Who We Are

HII's Global Security group is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (Cyber Architect) at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis, AFB, NV to conduct technical analysis of product implementations, modifications, and enhancements to product in accordance with specific customer specifications and implementations.

This position is part of a team that provides on-site M&S support to establish and deliver high-end Advanced Tactics, Training, and Test capability for Government personnel operating under USAFWC/ACC; Provide mission execution and support to broad range of JITTC-N simulator activities and JSE. This position will perform management responsibilities, as required, by company leadership. This role is not eligible for remote or hybrid work and is executed on-site. The expected start date for this role is July 2025.

What You Will Do

• Draft, review, and update Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts required for achieving an Authority to Operate (ATO) for emerging systems.
• Developing and updating the system security system control traceability matrix (SCTM), the system security plan (SSP), managing and controlling changes to the system, assessment and authorization (A&A) package and assessing the security impact of those changes.
• Write System Security Plans (SSP), Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&M), Continuous Monitoring Plan, Risk Assessments, Privacy Impact Analyses (PIA), and supporting documentation for systems subject to NIST SP 800-53
• Lead Security Assessment and Authorization processes and procedures.
• Conduct technical training and product briefings with customers, vendors, and company representatives and perform supervisory responsibilities, as required, by company leadership.
• Report all cybersecurity incidents to the program Information Systems Security Managers (ISSM) through reports and briefings.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and issues, determine technical solutions in accordance with product and customer specifications, and recommend actions to company or customer representatives for coordinative product solutions.
• Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
• Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
• Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
• Provide support to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system, program, or enclave. What You Must Have

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• Must have had an active DoD TS/SCI clearance within the last 24 months.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR Clearance.
• Two (2) years of experience with any combination of the following: cybersecurity, network security architecture, system hardening, auditing/compliance methods, Information Technology, and/or systems security engineering concepts such as topology, protocols, components, and/or principles (e.g., application of defense-in-depth).
• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance as stipulated by NISPOM/DAAPM, JSIG, ICD 503, STIGs and associated NIST publications.
• Strong understanding and experience with the Risk Management Framework, JSIG, RMF Bodies of Evidence.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, collaboration skills, and experience in presenting cybersecurity issues to all levels of management, as well as non-technical staff.
• Strong work ethic, demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience. Bonus Points For...

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• Prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in either Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Information Technology.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for 2 additional years of experience. Physical Requirements

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May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.