Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

OKSI • Torrance, CA

14m • $95,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The ISSM owns OKSI's cybersecurity compliance program end to end, directing our CMMC posture and NIST 800-171/DFARS 7012 compliance, building and enforcing the policies and procedures that keep us audit-ready. You'll also guide IT infrastructure decisions and lead the IT team, though the core of this role is compliance strategy and governance.

Requirements

• Hands-on CMMC experience: building, maintaining, or assessing a CMMC compliance program
• Strong command of DFARS 7012 and NIST 800-171 control families, policy development, and audit documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms)
• Active DoD clearance (Secret or higher)
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity compliance, IT security, or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Prior defense industry or DoD contractor experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field
• DoD 8570.01 certification (IAT Level II or higher, e.g., Security+, CISSP)
• Experience with Microsoft 365, AzureAD, Intune, or Fortinet technologies
• Experience administering Linux and Windows systems

Responsibilities

• Direct OKSI's CMMC program, ensuring ongoing alignment with DFARS 7012 and NIST 800-171
• Build, maintain, and enforce security policies, procedures, and documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, control baselines)
• Lead internal security audits, identify gaps, and drive remediation to closure
• Guide IT team priorities and provide strategic direction on infrastructure and security decisions
• Partner with every department to meet operational needs without compromising compliance
• Lead companywide cybersecurity training and awareness efforts
• Run continuous monitoring and threat detection through SIEM tooling
• Oversee network and systems administration, Microsoft 365/AzureAD/Intune, and Linux/Windows baselines (in partnership with IT staff)
• Manage vendors and evaluate new technology for secure, compliant integration

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision fully paid by the employer for the employee
• Three weeks vacation
• Automatic company contribution to 401K – 5% of earned wages (no matching required)
• Educational assistance

What This Job Offers

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