Information Systems Security Manager I (ISSM I)

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION • Bedford, MA

5d • $140,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At System High Corporation, a company recognized for its workplace culture and commitment to national security, we are seeking an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) II. This role is crucial for protecting and advancing critical national missions by providing advanced protection and secrecy solutions. The ISSM will serve as a principal advisor on all matters related to the security of information systems, with a primary focus on Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies. The position involves day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities, ensuring the integrity and security of complex network infrastructures.

Requirements

• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
• 3 - 6 years related experience
• Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 or Information Assurance Manager Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy, with special emphasis on integration of existing SAP network infrastructures.
• Develop and oversee operational information systems security implementation policy and guidelines of network security, based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) with emphasis on Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) authorization process.
• Advise customer on Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization issues.
• Perform risk assessments and make recommendations to DoD agency customers.
• Advise government program managers on security testing methodologies and processes.
• Evaluate authorization documentation and provide written recommendations for authorization to government PM’s.
• Develop and maintain a formal Information Systems Security Program.
• Ensure that all IAOs, network administrators, and other cyber security personnel receive the necessary technical and security training to carry out their duties.
• Develop, review, endorse, and recommend action by the AO or DAO of system assessment documentation.
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media.
• Develop and execute security assessment plans that include verification that the features and assurances required for each protection level are functioning.
• Maintain a repository for all system authorization documentation and modifications.
• Develop policies and procedures for responding to security incidents, to include investigating and reporting security violations and incidents.
• Ensure proper protection or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered within a system.
• Ensure that data ownership and responsibilities are established for each authorization boundary, to include accountability, access rights, and special handling requirements.
• Ensure development and implementation of an information security education, training, and awareness program, to include attending, monitoring, and presenting local cyber security training.
• Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities to ascertain whether additional safeguards are needed.
• Assess changes in the system, its environment, and operational needs that could affect the authorization.
• Ensure that authorization is accomplished and a valid Authorization determination has been given for all authorization boundaries under your purview.
• Review AIS assessment plans.
• Coordinate with PSO or cognizant security official on approval of external information systems (e.g., guest systems, interconnected systems with another organization).
• Conduct periodic assessments of the security posture of the authorization boundaries.
• Institute and implement a Configuration Control Board (CCB) charter.
• Ensure configuration management (CM) for security-relevant changes to software, hardware, and firmware and that they are properly documented.
• Ensure periodic testing is conducted to evaluate the security posture of IS by employing various intrusion/attack detection and monitoring tools (shared responsibility with ISSOs).
• Ensure that system recovery and reconstitution processes are developed and monitored to ensure that the authorization boundary can be recovered based on its availability level determination.
• Ensure all authorization documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
• Ensure that system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the system life cycle.
• Participate in self-inspections.
• Periodically review system security to accommodate changes to policy or technology.
• Coordinate all technical security issues outside of area of expertise or responsibility with ISSE.
• Provide expert research and analysis in support of expanding programs and areas of responsibility as it pertains to cyber security and information technology activities.
• Develop Assured File Transfers (AFT) in accordance with the JSIG.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for Cyber Security and Information Technology team members.

Benefits

• System High is a Military friendly employer.
• System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company.
• We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.
• System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level