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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Systems Security Manager - **Company:** WEST Inc - **Location:** Hampton, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Security Management, System Testing, Automated Information System (AIS), Avid Media Composer, Information Technology - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us8c6ea6795cace616362c40ff9dbaccb1 ## About the Role We need an experienced Information Systems Security Manager to support the 441st Vehicle Support Chain Operations Squadron (441 VSCOS). 441 VSCOS centrally manages the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) vehicle fleet enterprise, providing program management, technical, and training support across 257 steady-state and contingency locations and 387 units, including Combat Air Force, Mobility Air Force, and ISR aircraft units, through the ELMS, AVID, and CISP application systems. In this role, you will execute ISSM duties for AVID and CISP, maintain ATO and ISCM compliance, and advise leadership on security risk and inspection findings. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package., * 5 to 8 years of information systems security experience, including ATO/ISCM processes within a DoW environment * DoW 8570/8140-compliant certification (e.g., CISSP, Security+, CAP) commensurate with ISSM role required or obtainable within contract-required timeframe * Working knowledge of RMF, ATO/IATT processes, and FedRAMP approval timelines * Experience preparing certification and accreditation (C&A) packages * Strong written communication skills to translate technical security issues for non-technical leadership, * Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or related field; equivalent experience considered ## Description * Executes Information System Security Manager (ISSM) responsibilities and duties * Maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) and completes required Information System Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) for the AVID and CISP programs * Evaluates risk, updates relevant documentation, and provides reports and project reviews for AVID and CISP IT programs, applications, and proposed solutions * Provides updates on automated information systems for ATOs and on certification and accreditation (C&A) packages for AVID and CISP * Provides AVID level-one IT support, fielding and resolving helpdesk calls, troubleshooting, and analyzing user issues * Advises VSCOS leadership during management reviews and program updates on AVID and CISP system tracking, adverse actions, potential capability shortfalls, and security concerns * Tracks completion of ISCM reports occurring on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual basis and incorporates status into monthly reporting * Performs automated information systems (AIS), Information Assurance (IA), and IT administrator duties, including inspections, reports, security records, and network node operation, maintenance, and disposal in accordance with security policies * Tracks and files user access for AVID * Prepares co-utilization agreements for network nodes operating in Government facilities * Obtains Interim Authority to Operate (IATT) and/or ATO for systems when required and advises on timelines for IATT, ATO, and FedRAMP approvals * Reviews system test plans, identifies AIS vulnerabilities, recommends and implements approved countermeasures, and analyzes and assesses impacts of changes to ATO or IATT * Represents the customer on technical reviews and technical inspection teams and conducts security surveys * Gathers security documentation for inclusion in system accreditation packages * Finds and articulates solutions to complex security problems discovered during system use and reviews * Assists Department of Defense, National Agency, and contractor organizations with certification and accreditation (C&A) efforts * Translates complex security issues into language appropriate for unit leadership, West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law. Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time. 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