Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory • Laurel, MD

76d • $102,500 - $290,000

About The Position

Do you love solving problems while enabling impactful research to operate securely? Are you passionate about making meaningful contributions to national security cyber missions? Do you like collaborating with a team with varied strengths to tackle complex problems which enable research across space exploration, cybersecurity, national defense, and cutting edge technologies? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are ranked as one of Computerworld 's Top Places to Work in IT for 6 years running and seeking motivated cybersecurity professionals to help us develop system security plans, handle cyber risk decisions, and enable our mission partners to innovate in a secure environment. As a member of our team, you'll contribute to the security and oversight of our classified information systems in support of real world, mission focused tasks. Our team of hardworking technical specialists are motivated by one common goal - securing our systems to enable national security missions. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration where the best idea prevails.

Requirements

• Have acquired a BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Current DoD 8140 Level III certification.
• 5+ years working with the RMF, DAAPM, NISPOM, JSIG or other equivalent security frameworks.
• Outstanding communicator in both written and verbal forms.
• Hold an active Top Secret security clearance with a current SSBI.

Nice To Haves

• Worked as an Auditor, ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, Security Architect or Cyber Risk Manager for 5+ years.
• Held cybersecurity positions in classified DoD or IC environment for 8+ years.
• Currently have active TS/SCI, or TS/SCI+poly security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure classified systems follow government and APL regulations while still meeting program demands and operating in an accredited state.
• Lead all aspects of SSP development, maintenance, accreditation/re-accreditation, and oversight, including conducting periodic reviews to ensure compliance.
• Function as lead contact for IS security inspections, tests, and reviews by oversight authorities.
• Support the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Chief of Classified IT Compliance in carrying out the Laboratory's Classified Information Security Program.

Benefits

• Generous benefits including a robust education assistance program.
• Unparalleled retirement contributions.
• Healthy work/life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees