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Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) – Skill Level 3

Kaizen Approach, Inc. · Annapolis Junction, MD · 5 mo ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

About the role

The Information Security Manager (ISSM) will provide management support for a program, organization, system, or enclave’s Information Assurance program. Key responsibilities include proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing Information System Security policies, standards, and methodologies; managing the operational security posture of information systems; performing day-to-day security operations; supporting configuration management for information system security software, hardware, and firmware; assisting in evaluating security solutions for processing classified information; and managing and preparing security documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Propose, coordinate, implement, and enforce Information System Security policies, standards, and methodologies
  • Manage the operational security posture of information systems
  • Perform day-to-day security operations
  • Support configuration management for information system security software, hardware, and firmware
  • Assist Information System Security Engineers and Information System Security Officers in evaluating security solutions for processing classified information
  • Manage vulnerability and risk assessment activities to support security authorization
  • Manage and prepare security documentation such as System Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices
  • Support security authorization activities in compliance with NSA/CSS Risk Management Framework and DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process requirements

Requirements

  • Ability to perform requirements gathering and analysis, analyze user needs to determine functional and cross-functional requirements, perform functional analysis to identify required tasks and their interrelationships, and conduct functional allocation to identify resources required for each task
  • Ability to identify and map current security infrastructure as a foundation for defining future programs, and to gather and organize technical information regarding organizational mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs within the multi-level security arena
  • Ability to plan and coordinate the implementation of information technology security programs and policies, enabling Government planning, coordination, and oversight of organizational implementation of information security services
  • Ability to perform risk analysis, including risk assessment, and to provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave’s information assurance program
  • Ability to collaborate with engineers on systems integration efforts and life cycle requirements, oversee engineering staff efforts to design, develop, engineer, and implement solutions to security requirements, and facilitate issue resolution through Integrated Product Teams and Technical Exchange Meetings
  • Ability to enable the design and implementation of future information technology systems and related security, including enabling Government development and implementation of NSA information technology security services
  • Twelve years of work-related experience in the field of security authorization, or sixteen years of work-related experience if no bachelor’s degree is held, including experience with current security tools, hardware and software security implementation, communication protocols, encryption tools and techniques, commercial security products, security authorization techniques, security incident management, and PKI and authorization services
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or IT Engineering, or four additional years of work-related experience may be substituted for the degree, and must be DoD 8570 compliant with IAM III
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required

Qualifications

Must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or IT Engineering, or four additional years of work-related experience may be substituted for the degree, and must be DoD 8570 compliant with IAM III. Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.

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Pay

A variety of factors can impact the final salary offered, including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant work experience, specialized skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

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About Kaizen Approach

At Kaizen Approach, we truly care about our team, offering flexibility for a balanced life, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package that supports you and your family. We prioritize well-being with premium healthcare, financial and family support, retirement planning, and ongoing learning. With 4 weeks of PTO, 11 holidays, gifted 401k, profit sharing, and paid training, we’re committed to your growth and happiness—both at work and beyond!

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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