Program Information System Security Manager

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos Dynetics is seeking a Program Information System Security Manager (P-ISSM) to join its Information Assurance team within the Corporate Information Security Office. The role supports the Leidos Defense Systems Sector and is based on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, with up to 25% local telework permitted. The P-ISSM reports to the Collateral Information System Security Manager and leads Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) supporting classified systems on DCSA-authorized networks. The role is responsible for authorization, continuous monitoring, compliance, and inspection readiness for assigned systems, while coaching and mentoring IA staff. The position requires an active Secret clearance and eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance after hire.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 8 or more years of relevant cybersecurity, information technology, information assurance, or information systems security experience; or a master's degree and 6 or more years of relevant experience. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree consistent with Leidos job-level requirements.
Active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
Currently hold an industry certification required by DoD 8140 policy and aligned to the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework Information Systems Security Manager work role, such as CISSP, CISM, CAP, CGRC, or GSLC, or otherwise satisfy DoD 8140 qualification requirements through approved education, training, or experience.
Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework, System Security Plans, and authorization activities for DCSA- and customer-authorized classified systems.
Working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual and the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide.
Proficiency with the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
Experience with vulnerability management, compliance, and security monitoring tools.
Ability to develop and maintain detailed cybersecurity documentation and objective evidence supporting system compliance.
Ability to independently manage multiple cybersecurity activities and priorities.
Ability to communicate challenges, risks, and solutions effectively in writing and orally to program and IA leadership, and influence project and team leaders on solution design and approach.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft collaboration tools.

Nice To Haves

High proficiency with the DCSA instance of eMASS or an equivalent system.
Experience preparing for and supporting DCSA On-Site Validations, CORA, SVA, or other government cybersecurity inspections.
Familiarity with DoD classified information systems, including SIPRNet, SDREN, or other classified computing environments.
Experience with Splunk, Trellix, Tenable/ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker, and STIG Viewer.
Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, Active Directory, virtualization, and enterprise identity management solutions.
Familiarity with cyber incident response activities, including detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and reporting.
Prior experience managing teams of three or more individuals.
Relevant experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, information systems security, system administration, or information technology.
Experience with RMF compliance, DCSA DAAG, NISPOM, and NIST SP 800-53 security control implementation and assessment, or maintenance of authorization packages.
Experience with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, security configuration assessment, and audit log analysis.
Experience preparing for and supporting DCSA assessments, inspections, or other government cybersecurity readiness reviews.
Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising cybersecurity or technical staff.
Project or program management experience involving technical, cybersecurity, compliance, or information system activities.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of ISSOs, including employee check-ins, performance plans and reviews, training, professional development, and coaching.
Provide technical oversight and quality review of ISSO assessments, authorization artifacts, and configuration management reviews, and delegate authority as appropriate.
Serve as the Program ISSM for assigned classified information systems and work with the Collateral ISSM to develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.
Lead Authorization to Operate (ATO) and ongoing authorization activities, including System Security Plans, security control assessments, Plans of Action and Milestones, and Body of Evidence artifacts maintained in eMASS.
Review and certify authorization packages for submission to the Authorizing Official and manage risk acceptance and POA&M decisions with the Collateral ISSM.
Serve as the primary Information Assurance point of contact for Program Managers, Facility Security Officers, and program personnel, providing cybersecurity guidance and influencing system design, processes, and risk decisions.
Develop risk-based solutions to complex technical and compliance issues across systems, programs, and technical disciplines.
Lead Configuration Management efforts, chair or participate in the Change Control Board, approve security-relevant changes, and elevate significant changes as required.
Oversee continuous monitoring, including vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking, STIG and SCAP compliance, audit log review, and security event analysis; verify mitigation of findings.
Direct preparation for DCSA Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments, Security Vulnerability Assessments, On-Site Verifications, and other government cybersecurity inspections, and coordinate corrective actions.
Investigate information system security incidents and violations and ensure required reporting and corrective and preventative actions are completed.
Oversee media sanitization, declassification, and hardware release according to security policy and Authorizing Official guidance.
Perform risk and vulnerability assessments and security audits, identify system weaknesses, and recommend risk-based remediation strategies to program and IA leadership.
Evaluate and implement cybersecurity processes, technologies, and tools to improve security, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
Prepare and present status reporting to the Collateral ISSM, including weekly action reports and monthly operations reports on system status, issues, concerns, and impacts.
Develop and deliver information system security training and awareness for users, privileged users, and ISSOs.
Perform ISSO duties as needed.