Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
About The Position
Aether Aerospace is hiring a full-time, permanent Information System Security Manager IV to lead organizational information systems and technologies and ensure secure, efficient, and compliant operations. The role is remote, with Boston, Massachusetts, or Dayton, Ohio, preferred, and has an immediate start date. The manager will guide enterprise technology implementation, security and operational standards, backup and disaster recovery planning, risk assessment and mitigation, IT budgeting, technology strategy, and service delivery. The role also manages vendor relationships and service-level agreements, supervises and mentors technical staff, and works with stakeholders to identify technologies and improvements that support business outcomes. The position requires leadership experience, strong troubleshooting skills, an active TS/SCI clearance, and experience managing technical teams.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 8–10 years of experience, or a master's degree with 6–8 years of experience.
- At least 2 years in a supervisory capacity directly managing technical teams or professionals.
- Experience conducting operational risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Strong understanding of enterprise-level technologies, IT systems management, and cybersecurity practices.
- Experience managing IT budgets and aligning expenditures with organizational goals.
- Expertise in vendor management and establishing service-level agreements.
- Proficiency in identifying and integrating emerging technologies to improve operational processes.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex IT issues.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team coordination abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with government or defense-related IT compliance frameworks and regulations.
- Experience leading IT modernization initiatives and process automation projects.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent in information security management.
- Working knowledge of DevSecOps, ITIL, and Agile methodologies in IT environments.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional IT teams and driving organizational change.
Responsibilities
- Direct the utilization and management of information systems and technologies that automate organizational operations.
- Ensure secure implementation and compliance of enterprise-level technology, communication systems, and technical equipment.
- Oversee the development, review, and approval of backup and disaster recovery plans.
- Perform operational risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
- Maintain training materials and provide user training on organizational technologies.
- Manage IT budgets and track service costs to align with organizational objectives.
- Design, deliver, and continuously improve software strategies and standard operating procedures for IT systems.
- Identify and integrate emerging technologies to enhance organizational processes and performance.
- Analyze business needs and ensure software and services align with desired outcomes.
- Develop, maintain, and manage service-level agreements with partners and vendors.
- Evaluate IT operations, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to optimize performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve deployment and environmental issues.
- Supervise, coordinate, and lead assigned staff, including performance management and compliance with company policies.
- Estimate staffing needs, assign work, and manage hiring and separation processes for technical and entry-level professionals.
- Provide technical support for program operational strategies and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality.
- Ensure planned hours are worked and recorded.
- Identify and forward growth opportunities to leadership and participate in growth efforts as requested.
- Ensure contractual deliverables are met or exceeded to the customer's satisfaction.
- Complete a personal PDP and attend company meetings with camera on.
- Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within the program.
- Execute assigned contract requirements in accordance with contract-specific LCAT and requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Benefits and learning and development opportunities.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Income protection.
- Paid leave.
- Retirement and savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
