Info Systems Security Manager

Georgia Institute of Technology; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech in Smyrna, GA seeks an Information Systems Security Manager to develop and implement security protocols, monitor system performance, and lead security audits.

The role requires strong RMF/NIST knowledge, XACTA and ServiceNow usage, and experience with DoDIN connected systems. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance
• Experience with DoDIN connected systems and RMF controls

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security protocols for information systems and ensure compliance with institutional standards
• Monitor information systems performance through regular security audits and assessments
• Provide guidance to faculty and staff on information systems security best practices
• Analyze security incidents, investigate breaches, and propose corrective measures
• Maintain documentation of security procedures and incidents for audits and transparency
• Train staff on information security policies and procedures
• Stay current on security developments and standards to improve security posture
• Provide detailed status reports on security and incidents to senior management
• Collaborate with IT to integrate security into new systems and ensure compliance

Skills

Security governance

Security policies

Incident analysis

Communication

RMF knowledge

NISPOM/JISG/NIST RMF

XACTA

ServiceNOW

CISSP

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Tools

XACTA

ServiceNOW

NISPOM/JISG/NIST RMF

Job description

Job Title: Info Systems Security Manager

Location: Cobb County, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 304010

About Us

Overview
Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values
Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:
1. Students are our top priority.
2. We strive for excellence.
3. We thrive on diversity.
4. We celebrate collaboration.
5. We champion innovation.
6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.
8. We act ethically.
9. We are responsible stewards.
Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Job Summary

The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) is responsible for developing and implementing security protocols to safeguard information systems. This position focuses on monitoring system performance, conducting security audits, and providing expert guidance on best practices to ensure the integrity of information systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security protocols for information systems to safeguard sensitive information and ensure compliance with institutional standards
• Monitor the performance of information systems by conducting regular security audits and assessments to identify potential weaknesses
• Provide expert guidance to faculty and staff on best practices for information systems security, ensuring they understand their role in maintaining security protocols
• Analyze security incidents related to information systems by investigating breaches and proposing corrective measures to prevent future occurrences
• Maintain accurate documentation of security procedures and incidents to ensure transparency and facilitate future audits and assessments
• Train staff on information systems security policies and procedures, fostering a culture of security awareness among all users
• Stay current on developments in information systems security by participating in professional development activities and reviewing relevant literature
• Provide detailed reports on information systems security status and incidents to senior management, highlighting areas for improvement and compliance
• Collaborate with Information Technology departments to integrate security measures into new information systems and ensure that existing systems meet security requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience
• 4+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience
• Experience working with DCDC/DoDIN connected systems
• Experience supporting CORA compliance and audit preparation
• Experience developing CONOPS/SOPs mitigating risk for emerging technology
• Experience in documenting RMF security control implementation
• Possess Secret/TS/SCI clearance
• Have proficiency across several technical domains and experience with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) while working with DOW's Components and other Government Agencies
• Thorough understanding of Department of Navy Special Access Programs, their requirements, and have experience working with Navy's AOs and SCAs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels of an organization
• Experience working with XACTA, ServiceNOW and other government provided network
• IAM Level III compliance with CISSP

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, and services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does have financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will travel.
• This position does require security clearance.
• This position is located in Smyrna, GA
• Salary Job Grade T08
• Salary range is dependent on candidates experiences and skills that ranges from $$120,278.00 - $188,256.00
• Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the non-profit, applied research arm of Georgia Tech. This position is in the Research Security Department of GTRI.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/