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MHPCC INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY OFFICER – ID# 226421.

CLOSING DATE: July 27, 2026, or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended. INQUIRIES: Steve Gima 808-874-1618 (Maui).

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Maui High Performance Computing Center (MHPCC), Department of Defense High Performance Computing Modernization Program’s “Maui High Performance Computing Center”, located at the Maui Research and Technology Park (MRTP) in Maui, Hawai‘i. This position will conduct research under the University of Hawai‘i Maui Support for Technical and Research Services (MSTARS) contract. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $8,000 - $11,000/Mon.

DUTIES: Serves as the principle advisor to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of an information system. Ensures the implementation and maintenance of security controls in accordance with Security Plans and Department of Defense (DoD) policies. Coordinates, facilitates, or otherwise ensures certain activities are being performed for selected security programs and projects. Evaluates and measures the Maui High Performance Computing Center (MHPCC) Information Systems (IS) security program contract’s statements of work and ensures customer needs are effectively met. Develops, maintains, and executes Department of Defense (DoD) compliant Information Assurance policies and procedures for primary customer base. Supports the development and execution of an IS security education and awareness training program.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or a related technical, scientific, or engineering discipline. (Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college in related field, and at least of two (2) additional years of work experience which is equivalent to the duties of this job and has acquired the skills necessary to perform all job duties, or High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and at least four (4) additional years of related work experience equivalent to the job duties and has acquired the skills necessary to perform all job duties may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree.).

EXPERIENCE

At least two (2) years of experience in a computer related field. Includes at least one (1) year of experience in computer security or attendance at a computer security training course.

KNOWLEDGE

Familiar with the operating systems of automated information systems (AIS), NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 series, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 199 Workbook, OMB Memoranda and Circulars, and interacting with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and Defense Security Systems (DSS). Familiarization with various operating systems: UNIX, Linux, and Microsoft Windows. Familiar with various information security assessment tools – Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and Nessus. Familiar with Assessment and Authorization processes (Risk Management Framework).

ABILITIES & SKILLS

Must be a U.S. Citizen. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Ability to monitor and evaluate system-operating characteristics. Ability to manage multiple IS projects simultaneously. Ability to effectively plan, coordinate, and implement IS systems Security Programs at MHPCC. Ability to travel as required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on a tier-3 background investigation to access classified information. Must obtain DoD 8570.1 Certification (e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), etc.) within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months.

PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform repetitive keyboard entry for twenty to forty (20-40) hours per week.

POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of University of Hawai‘i (UH) & Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i (RCUH) policies and procedures. Cognizant of Special Access Required/Special Access Programs (SAR/SAP), and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment computing and network security.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) List of Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting.If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, please send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment @rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/policies-forms-documents/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.

RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i.

RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.

Pay: $8,000.00 - $11,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person