Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. The mission of Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions (KGS) is to leverage Kuiper and provide high speed, low latency, and secure satellite broadband services to United States and allied government customers.

We have an immediate opening for a Chief Information Systems Manager to support the Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) team focusing on cyber security implementation and strategy aligning with our U.S. Government customers such as NASA, DoD, and National Security. As a Chief Information Systems Manager, you will perform a pivotal role in defining and implementing customer-oriented strategies to scale and manage the KGS cyber security program that is compliant with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). You will work with the KGS Security team to develop policies and procedures, establishing a secure infrastructure for a Secure Network Operations Center (SNOC), and evaluate system architecture and design to determine the adequacy of the architecture in proposed responses to RFI’s/RFP’s. The ideal candidate will possess appropriate experience and the necessary clearances to work with the defense and intelligence communities. They will possess a deep industry background that enables them to engage and communicate effectively in a wide range of technical and business discussions with internal Kuiper colleagues, aerospace/satellite partner organizations, and end customers. The individual must have the ability to communicate effectively across multiple technical and non-technical business units, as well as across multiple geographies. Successful members of this team shall collaborate effectively to solve data and operational problems, implement new reporting solutions, and deliver successfully against high operational standards

The best candidates will have foundational knowledge of cyber security policies related to the NISP and relevant US government agencies for satellite programs. They will be able to lead development of a strategic KGS Information System strategy and ensure various KGS and Kuiper teams are aligned. We are looking for an enthusiastic person with deep customer focus that can scale our program to meet the demands of multiple customers. Excellent communications skills and strategic planning skills are a must. This position will report to the KGS Security manager.

Key job responsibilities

• Develop/integrate cybersecurity designs for systems and networks with multilevel security requirements and requirements for the processing of multiple classification levels of data primarily applicable to government organizations

• Provide support to KGS in identifying relevant government cyber requirements and develop inputs for Kuiper level controls and recommend improvements

• Document and address organization's information security, cybersecurity architecture, and systems security engineering requirements throughout the acquisition life cycle

• Developing a Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) in order to mitigate any found susceptibilities and vulnerabilities that risk the security posture of the system.

• Support business development, review and provide input to RFI’s and RFP's and author security volumes as needed

• Facilitate and conduct briefings to internal and external KGS partners on cybersecurity requirements and standards to operate on US government contracts

• Evaluate system architectures and designs to determine the adequacy of security design and architecture proposed or provided in response to requirements contained in RFIs/RFPs

• Design Cloud Security in compliance to Department of Defense (DoD) Impact Level (IL5) for Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) Network Boundary

• Responsible for the local Host Based Security System (HBSS) implementation and operation

• Assist with Security Awareness, Training and Education program

• Create cyber artifacts which include building a System Security Plan (SSPs), Test Plans & Procedures (TPPs), an Architectural Analysis Report (AAR), Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM) and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM)

Security Clearance: Candidates must have active US Government security clearance of TS/SCI and be able to maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, so you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Northridge, CA, USA | Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Basic Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in cyber security or information systems or relevant work experience

• 5 years of relevant work experience as either an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), or Information Systems Engineer (ISSE)

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

• 5+ years experience in cyber security system requirements for US government agencies

• 4+ years experience in program protection planning, supply chain security risk management policies and anti-tampering requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cyber security system requirements for US government agencies

• Experience in program protection planning, supply chain security risk management policies and anti-tampering requirements

• Experience in establishing cyber security solutions in accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technologies (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF)

• In depth understanding of the Defense Acquisitions regulation supplement (DFARS) regulations

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $95,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.