Information System Security Manager

Peraton•Basking Ridge, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an Information System Security Manager in support of Peraton Labs’ information assurance and information technology operations. This is a full-time on-site position working out of the Basking Ridge, New Jersey office and will be responsible for information assurance and some technical tasks related to multiple programs. This position is contingent on contract award.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as computer science, cybersecurity, or information technology. Additional relevant experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
CISSP or equivalent certification (DoD 8570 IAM Level III).
Experience with DARPA and/or SAP assessments and authorizations.
5+ years experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) process, continuous monitoring, POA&Ms, Security Authorizations (SA), NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53 Rev4/ Rev5, working with Information System Owners (ISO) and Program Managers (PM).
3+ years of solid Linux system administration working experience with specific focus on Ubuntu and RedHat distributions.
Experience with Linux shell scripting include writing new scripts and troubleshoot existing codes.
Experience with SCAP, STIGs, and other compliance tools.
Proven written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work well with team members.
Active TS clearance with ability to obtain SCI.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ongoing Authorizations
Experience with ACAS, Nessus, and/or other vulnerability scanners
In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP and networking concepts and a solid understanding of the well-known services including DHCP, DNS, SSH, TLS, IPSec, etc.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage information assurance efforts and systems across numerous environments in Basking Ridge New Jersey.
Perform Information System Security Manager (ISSM) roles and responsibilities as prescribed by the DAAG, JSIG, ICD-503, and other applicable regulations.
Create, manage, and maintain RMF Package documentation, submissions, and associated artifacts. This will include A&A packages, ASA packages, SCRs, etc.
Prepare, deliver and update all required documentation using the current approved templates, forms, regulations, and methods.
Meet continuous monitoring requirements for the accredited information systems, to include weekly auditing, performing of backups, AV updates, OS patching, vulnerability scanning, and other prescribed tasks.
Manage security vulnerabilities, implement timely remediation, monitor security logs for violations and anomalous events, and report information security concerns and problems when necessary.
Generate Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms) for each non-compliant control, manage all applicable POA&Ms throughout the information system lifecycle. Proper documentation shall be filed and updated as required.
Oversee the management and maintenance of Linux and Microsoft classified information systems, with the ability to assist in technical efforts when needed. This may include building systems, installing software, and/or troubleshooting information systems and network devices.
Apply security controls based on the DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidance and other customer requirements.
Remediate technical issues and troubleshoot solutions related to infrastructure, hardware, and software; specifically in Linux environments.
Work closely with the key stakeholders to identify any additional controls that are applicable to the system(s) to maintain a favorable security posture.
Assist in incident response, annual self-inspection, and inventory efforts.
Track the deployment of all applicable software and hardware to classified environments.
Provide, track, and report security requirements throughout the system life cycle of all information systems that are within the accreditation boundary.
Provide timely and detailed responses to user and customer requests.
Continuously maintain a thorough understanding of all relevant corporate policies, security control plans as well as system configurations, architecture, installed software, accounts (both Operating System and Application), data flows, ports, protocols, and other relevant data for each Information System.
Maintain required certifications for this role.