Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Innovative Defense Technologies; Fall River, Village of Monroe (MA, NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense technology is seeking an Information System Security Manager to oversee cybersecurity efforts in a classified environment. The role requires an active security clearance and involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with DoD standards, and utilizing advanced technologies. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cybersecurity and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in a security position.
• Meets DoD 8570.1 Certification Requirements for IAM level III.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior Cybersecurity Architect for a classified environment.
• Oversee Risk Management Framework for classified information systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of Cybersecurity professionals.

Skills

Virtualization

Containerization

AI/ML

AppSec

DevSecOps

Cybersecurity Security Operations Center Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

VMWare

Linux

Red Hat Enterprise

Job description

Description

Background Information:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to support its Fall River, MA office. Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. The company is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results.

Overview:

The ISSM will implement, manage, and support the Information System (IS) needs of the IDT office and its classified lab. An active DOD security clearance is required.

All applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as the senior Cybersecurity Architect for a classified environment, utilizing virtualization and containerization technologies in a Linux-Heavy environment
• Oversee 7-Step Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA)-led Risk Management Framework (RMF) for multiple classified information systems
• Serve as the lead Cybersecurity expert for site-specific business development - supporting growth objectives, new work requirements, and request for proposal/request for information (RFP/RFI) actions
• Manage, oversee, and lead the Security Operations Center (SOC) and serve as the Incident Response (IR) Focal Point
• Lead, manage, mentor, develop, and train a team of Cybersecurity professionals that oversee the classified lab and its information systems

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
• 8+ years' experience, preferably in a security position
• Meets DoD 8570.1 Certification Requirements for IAM level III (CISM, CISSP)

Required Skills:

• Up-To-Date technology competencies, including Virtualization, Containerization, AI/ML, AppSec, DevSecOps, Continuous Delivery, and Cybersecurity Security Operations Center (SOC) Management
• Experience with virtualization technologies including VMWare
• Experience managing and securing a Linux environment, preferably Red Hat Enterprise.
• Experience in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), specifically including experience with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements in a DCSA authorized environment
• Patch management, Vulnerability Analysis, AppSec/DevOps, and Incident Handling/Incident Response experience
• COMSEC (Communications Security) experience and training a plus.
• Expert knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and associative standards and guidelines
• Working knowledge of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and guidelines to include but not limited to 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model
• Ability to travel approximately 15%

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail with high level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Initiative, reliability, teamwork and customer service orientation
• Strong organization and planning skills

Pay Range*: $114,000 - $184,000 or $135,000 - 231,000
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.