Cybersecurity - Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Boeing; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a Cybersecurity – Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in Herndon, VA. The role focuses on enforcing security policies and leading RMF/A&A efforts across classified computing domains for enterprise activities and customers.

The ISSM will act as a technical leader, coordinating with government customers, suppliers and Boeing personnel to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements and risk management processes. TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing RMF and A&A for information systems.
• Ability to develop and review security policies, standards and directives.
• Familiarity with government and industry security controls and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Performs security analysis of environments to verify compliance with standards.
• Leads RMF A&A processes for information systems.
• Supports development of MOUs, ISAs, and RALs; enables continuous monitoring.

Skills

RMF experience

A&A RMF

Policy compliance

Risk assessment

Education

CISSP/GSLC/CISM

Tools

NESSUS

ACAS

DISA STIGs

SCAP

HBSS

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing Classified Cybersecurity is currently seeking a highly motivated Cybersecurity – Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to join the team in Herndon, VA. The selected candidate will rely on cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) background to be a technical leader and support Enterprise activities and Boeing customers throughout multiple classified computing domains. The ISSM is responsible for ensuring all Information System Security policies, standards, and directives are enforced to support assessment, authorization and continued operation of information systems processing classified information.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs security analysis of operational and development environments, threats, vulnerabilities and internal interfaces to define and assess compliance with accepted industry and government standards
• Leads and implements the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for new and existing information systems
• Facilitates development of Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), Interconnection Security Agreements (ISA), Risk Acknowledgement Letters (RAL) and support Continuous Monitoring (CONMON)
• Oversees configuration management of assigned systems; auditing systems to ensure security posture integrity
• Leads staff with assessments and test/analysis data to document state of compliance with security requirements
• Conducts risk assessments and investigations, execute appropriate risk mitigations, and oversee incident response activities
• Conducts periodic hardware/software inventory assessments
• Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and programs
• Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies
• Interfaces with the appropriate government customers, suppliers, and company personnel to implement protective mechanisms and to ensure understanding of and compliance with cybersecurity requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years
• Active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
• Currently hold certification in good standing to satisfy IAM Level III (CISSP, GSLC, or CISM)
• 5+ years of experience with cyber security policies and implementation of Risk Management Framework (RMF): e.g. DAAPM, CNSSI 1253, ICD-503, JSIG, or NIST SP 800 series

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of experience as an information system security officer (ISSO) or information system security manager (ISSM) supporting classified programs
• 5+ years of experience utilizing security relevant tools, systems, and applications in support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) to include NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, Audit Reduction, and HBSS
• 5+ years of experience assessing and documenting test or analysis data to show cyber security compliance

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $140,250 - $189,750

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 14, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.).

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.