Information System Security Manager (ISSM) & Cybersecurity Engin

AMERICAN SYSTEMS
McLean, VA, United States
about 1 month ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$100,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Configuration Management Cyber Security Information Systems Information Security Management SC Clearance Cyber Warfare

Job description

In addition to ISSM responsibilities, this role will support Cyber Operations activities focused on administering, testing, validating, and maintaining enterprise security systems and controls to strengthen the overall security posture of the environment., * Serve as the primary cybersecurity lead for assigned information systems operating in classified environments

  • Oversee the implementation, compliance, and maintenance of system security requirements in accordance with government, customer, and organizational policies
  • Lead the system through the RMF lifecycle, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring
  • Manage activities required to obtain, maintain, and renew Authorization to Operate (ATO) decisions for classified systems
  • Develop, review, and maintain security authorization documentation, including System Security Plans, security control assessments, POAMs, configuration management records, and related artifacts
  • Coordinate with DCSA, Authorizing Officials, system owners, engineers, administrators, and assessors to support security authorization and ongoing compliance activities
  • Ensure security controls are implemented, operating as intended, and documented appropriately for classified information systems

Requirements

  • Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret eligibility REQUIRED.
  • 5+ years of cybersecurity, information assurance, or information security experience, including experience supporting classified information systems
  • 2+ years of experience serving as an ISSM, ISSO, or equivalent cybersecurity role supporting RMF-authorized environments.
  • Experience in cybersecurity operations environment
  • Experience obtaining, maintaining, and renewing Authorization to Operate (ATO) decisions for classified systems.

Working knowledge of:

  • NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls
  • DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM)

Pay Transparency Statement

Benefits & conditions

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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