Huntsville: Program ISSM Lead for Classified Systems

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos Dynetics is seeking a Program Information System Security Manager (P-ISSM) to lead a team of ISSOs and deliver security authorization for classified programs in Huntsville, AL. The role reports to the Collateral IS M and focuses on authorization, continuous monitoring, and readiness across DCSA-authorized networks.

You will guide policy implementation, manage risk, and coordinate with the Collateral ISSM to ensure compliance with RMF, NISPOM, and DAAG.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance; ability to obtain Top Secret.
• DoD 8140-aligned certification (CISSP, CISM, CAP, GSLC, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with RMF, NISPOM, DAAG, and NIST SP 800-53.
• Experience leading teams of 3+ ISSOs.
• Proficiency with eMASS and vulnerability/monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide personnel management for a team of ISSOs, including performance plans and coaching.
• Oversee ISSO assessments, authorization artifacts, and configuration reviews.
• Serve as Program ISSSM for assigned systems; develop and maintain security policies per RMF/DAAG/NISPOM.
• Lead ATO efforts and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, and BoE in eMASS.
• Review and certify authorization packages for AO approval; manage risk decisions.
• Act as the primary IA contact for PMs and program personnel; advise on risk decisions.
• Develop risk-based solutions spanning multiple systems and disciplines.
• Lead CM efforts; chair CCB; approve changes affecting security posture.
• Oversee continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and STIG/SCAP compliance.
• Prepare for CORA, SVA, OSVs, and other government cybersecurity inspections.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Oversee media sanitization and hardware release per policy.

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Communication

Coaching

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree

Tools

eMASS

Splunk

Trellix

Ten able/ACAS

SCAP Viewer

Active Directory

Job description

Leidos Dynetics is seeking a Program Information System Security Manager (P-ISSM) to lead a team of ISSOs and deliver security authorization for classified programs in Huntsville, AL. The role reports to the Collateral IS M and focuses on authorization, continuous monitoring, and readiness across DCSA-authorized networks.

You will guide policy implementation, manage risk, and coordinate with the Collateral ISSM to ensure compliance with RMF, NISPOM, and DAAG.