Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

This specialty covers cyber security, information assurance, and compliance design, integration, implementation, modification, and coordination of the installation, testing, operation, and disposition of hardware and software systems. Functions will include coordinating with industry partners on their digital infrastructure. Be the liaison between industry and the Program Security Office and the Approving Official. Reviewing specifications, documentation, monitoring the availability, serviceability, and recoverability of installed technology security systems, reviewing cyber security procedures and tools, reviewing systems configuration, the installation and integration of system patches updates, and enhancements, and ensuring the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices.
Evaluate risk assessments and provide recommendations for system, network, and application design, implementation, and operation of enterprise-wide systems
Evaluate vulnerability assessments of enterprise-wide or complex systems and networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations or policies
Monitor the corrective actions of enterprise-wide system audits
Review companies Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM)
Meet with stakeholders regularly to assess needs and requirements
Support certification and accreditation through the coordinating documentation
Evaluate the establishment of program control processes to ensure risk mitigation
Review periodic audits of systems
Evaluate implementation of required policies, procedures, and configurations
Apply project management principles and methods to the leadership of security tasks or projects
Coordinate communications regarding policies, procedures, and best practices for vulnerability and risk assessments

Preferred/Desired Experience:

Senior: 10+ years related experience

Education Requirements:

Senior: Bachelor's Degree or higher

Certification Requirements:
IAM level 2- CISSP, CASP CE+, CGRC, or CISM

Clearance Requirements:
Clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain a US government security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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