Cleared Information System Security Manager (ISSM) L4 - Lorton, VA

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a formal information security program and policies for the Edge environment.
• Develop and implement information security policies and procedures, and oversee operational IS security implementation guidelines.
• Coordinate with the PSO or cognizant security official on approval of external information systems.
• Ensure ISSOs under your purview are appointed in writing and follow established IS policies and procedures; assume ISSO responsibilities in their absence.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing, and ensure periodic security posture testing is performed using intrusion/attack detection and monitoring tools.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and threats.
• Maintain a repository of all organizational- and system-level cybersecurity documentation, including ATOs.
• Coordinate IS security inspections, tests, and reviews, and manage security audits and assessments.
• Ensure configuration management policies are followed for all hardware/software changes, coordinating with the appropriate AO prior to implementation.
• Serve as a voting member of the Configuration Control Board (CCB) and/or Risk Executive Board, with authority to veto changes deemed detrimental to security.
• Manage, maintain, and execute the information security continuous monitoring plan.
• Maintain a record of all security‑related vulnerabilities and report serious or unresolved violations to the AO/DAO.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
• Maintain working relationships with the ISO, AO, SCA, and other ISSMs, providing guidance to cybersecurity teammates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in a relevant area of business, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of demonstrated performance in related technology.
• 5+ years of experience in information security management.
• 5+ years of related experience in SCI/SAP environments.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Strong knowledge of security standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, HIPAA).
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong leadership abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certifications in Azure.
• DoD IAT Level III certification (CISSP or CASP).

Additional Requirements

• Must be within driving distance of Lorton, VA, or willing to relocate (relocation packages available).
• Willingness to work onsite.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• U.S. citizenship (required by government contract).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Retirement benefits.
• Professional development support.
• Virtue‑centered team culture (“no‑jerk zone”).

Salary

$167,000 – $205,000

Location

Lorton, Virginia (onsite; relocation packages available).