Assistant Information Systems Security Manager (A-ISSM)

Geo Owl•Augusta, GA

About The Position

Geo Owl is seeking an Assistant Information Systems Security Manager (A-ISSM) for a position contingent on contract award, with an expected start date of January 1, 2027. The role supports a high-priority U.S. Army GEOINT mission by overseeing information security policies, cybersecurity compliance, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation activities. It helps maintain the security posture of Scalable GEOINT systems and ensures compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Army, and intelligence community cybersecurity requirements. The A-ISSM works with military and government personnel, information systems security officers, system administrators, and engineering teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement corrective actions, and protect mission-critical information systems. Applicants must hold an active Top Secret clearance and be able to support a TS/SCI environment. Selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance and ability to support a TS/SCI environment; TS/SCI clearance is required for access to classified information.
U.S. citizenship.
At least 10 years of professional experience in information security management.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree.
Advanced security management certification, such as CISSP or CISM.
Expert-level knowledge of information security management, including developing and overseeing cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Experience supporting RMF authorization, accreditation, and security compliance for enterprise information systems.
Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls and applicable DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Ability to meet applicable DoD 8140/8570 and Army cyber/IT workforce qualification, certification, and training requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with technical teams and government stakeholders to maintain enterprise cybersecurity compliance.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Army, DoD, or intelligence community RMF accreditation and security compliance processes.
Familiarity with STIGs, IAVM, POA&Ms, security inspections, and enterprise change control.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee information security policies and procedures to protect enterprise information systems.
Support achievement and maintenance of RMF security accreditations for Scalable GEOINT systems.
Oversee implementation, assessment, documentation, and maintenance of security controls in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5, Army, DISA, and DoDIIS requirements.
Identify, document, mitigate, and track security deficiencies and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Assist with developing and submitting security waivers and corrective action plans.
Support security reviews and approvals for system changes through configuration control and authorization procedures.
Participate in cybersecurity inspections, risk assessments, security testing, and remediation planning.
Coordinate with ISSOs, system administrators, engineering teams, and government stakeholders to maintain security compliance and accreditation requirements.
Monitor enterprise security controls and recommend improvements to strengthen security and reduce vulnerabilities.
Support compliance with applicable DoD, Army, and intelligence community cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulations.
Promote cybersecurity awareness and protect sensitive systems, networks, and information.
Maintain accurate security documentation and support ongoing authorization and accreditation activities.