Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Dark Wolf; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking an Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to establish and maintain a robust security posture for a government information system. The ISSM will oversee DoD and Air Force Cyber Security policies and serve as the primary security advisor to the PM, AO, and ISO, with possible ISSO team oversight and up to 10% travel.

The ideal candidate has 3 years as ISSM or 5 years as Sr. ISSO, RMF experience, strong communication skills, and hands-on enforcement in

Qualifications

• 3 years as ISSM or 5 years as Sr. ISSO.
• Enforce information protection policies in unclassified environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• DoD/AF RMF experience.
• Proficient with cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure).
• U.S. Citizenship with an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and enforce DoD and Air Force Cyber Security policies.
• Act as primary security advisor to the PM, AO, and ISO.
• Possibly oversee an ISSO team and ensure compliance.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Skills

Information security policy

RMF knowledge

Cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure)

Communication skills

Security clearance (Secret)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Business/related

Tools

Nessus

WASSP

SECSCN

MBSA

Job description

Job Description

Dark Wolf Solutions is looking for an Information System Security Manager (ISSM) who is interested in working in a fast-paced environment to establish a robust security posture for a government information system. The successful candidate will provide oversight and enforcement of DoD and Air Force Cyber Security policies and procedures in order to maintain a holistic security approach for the lifecycle of the system. The ISSM will act as the primary security advisor to the PM, AO, and ISO. In addition, the role may have oversight of an ISSO Team and ensure their compliance with established information security AF requirements. This position is supported out of a Dark Wolf Office location with up to 10% travel.

Required Qualifications

• 3 year's experience as an ISSM or 5 year's experience as a Sr. ISSO
• Hands-on experience enforcing information protection policies in an unclassified environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• At least one (1) of the following cyber security certifications: CASP+ CE / Security X or CISSP
• Strong experience with DoD and Air Force Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Proficient with a major cloud services platform, i.e. GCP, Azure, AWS, etc.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business, related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software suite
• U.S. Citizenship with an active Secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with task management, metrics collection, and status reporting to management
• Proficient with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) technology
• Demonstrated knowledge/experience in the areas of resource allocation, workload management, and contract management
• One (1) or more of the following cyber security certifications: SEC+, SSCP, CASP, GSEC, GICSP, CEH, CDNA, CSSLP
• Any additional certifications relevant to system and cyber security not previously listed
• Experience with Common security tools such as Nessus, WASSP, SECSCN, and/or MBSA

The salary range for this position is $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.