Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

About This Role

This Information System Security Manager position supports Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities and cybersecurity policy and procedure development within the Information Assurance organization. The role is responsible for helping obtain and maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for assigned systems, applications, networks, and devices, and supports the development, implementation, and enforcement of cybersecurity practices across assigned systems and locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the onsite representative of the Information Assurance Operations organization and provide subject matter expertise on cybersecurity and information assurance activities
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments to identify security risks, vulnerabilities, and protection requirements
• Lead and participate in Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) meetings with government and contractor personnel
• Support the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and process improvements
• Develop, review, and maintain RMF documentation, including Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Assess system compliance with applicable NIST, DoD, and Intelligence Community security requirements, including NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, and DISA STIGs and SRGs
• Coordinate with system administrators, engineers, developers, and other stakeholders to support authorization efforts and maintain required security documentation
• Analyze vulnerability scan results and assist with remediation activities to maintain compliance and reduce cybersecurity risk
• Provide regular status updates, brief stakeholders on authorization activities, and prepare reports for leadership
• Maintain awareness of evolving cybersecurity standards, RMF guidance, and security requirements and apply updates to assigned systems and processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
• Current DoD 8570-compliant certification
• 5+ years of experience performing ISSM and/or ISSO responsibilities in classified environments
• Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization and compliance activities
• Knowledge of Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes and RMF requirements
• Experience developing RMF artifacts, including Security Plans, Risk Assessments, and POA&Ms
• Familiarity with cybersecurity compliance tools such as eMASS, ACAS, Xacta, and SCAP Compliance Checker
• Working knowledge of NIST security standards and DISA STIGs