Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) - SME

Avint; Bedford (MA); Presencial; USD 165.000 - 175.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Full health

401K plan

Generous PTO

Federal Holidays

Professional development reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Avint is seeking an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) – SME to support DoD cloud-based systems at Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts. This on-site role focuses on RMF implementation, security operations, and continuous risk management to ensure compliance with DoD and Air Force requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive RMF experience, DoD cyber security knowledge, and the ability to work with senior leadership to drive security programs and contingency planning.

Formación

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• IAM Level III Certification (CISSP preferred).
• 15 years of experience, 5 in DoD.
• DoD cyber security policies knowledge.
• Experience advising senior leadership.

Responsabilidades

• Support A&A efforts including RMF artifacts.
• Recommend security policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Promote security awareness among management.
• Perform ISSE duties per AF guidance.
• Perform ISSO duties per DoDI 8510.01.
• Perform ISSM duties per DoDI 8510.01.

Conocimientos

RMF processes

DoD directives

Policy development

Presentations to leadership

AF cyber security knowledge

Cloud-based solutions knowledge

Educación

Master’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Herramientas

eMASS

DoD RMF

AF policy knowledge

Descripción del empleo

Avint is hiring a Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) - SME to support and protect critical DoD cloud-based systems. In this role, you’ll be part of a high-performing team responsible for implementing and overseeing all phases of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) while supporting day-to‑day cybersecurity operations. You’ll work at the intersection of security, compliance, and mission impact, helping ensure systems are secure, resilient, and aligned with DoD and Air Force requirements.

_ *This role is 100% ON-SITE at Hanscom Air Force Base in MA* _

_ *This role requires an ACTIVE Top-Secret clearance* _

The individual in this role, will be a member of the team implementing and overseeing all phases of the RMF process and day-to-day cybersecurity activities for DoD cloud-based systems. Primary responsibilities are listed below.

• Supporting the system/application authorization and accreditation (A&A) effort, to include assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of A&A activities, tasks, and resulting artifacts mandated by governing DoD and Air Force policies (i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Recommending policies and procedures to ensure the reliability of and accessibility to information systems and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
• Conducting risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
• Promoting awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations’ visions and goals.
• Conducting systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews.
• Recommending systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
• Recommending and implementing programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.
• Participating in network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies.
• Facilitating the gathering, analysis, and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer crimes.
• Assessing security events to determine impact and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensuring the rigorous application of information security/cybersecurity policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all IT services.
• Perform the Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) duties in an Information Assurance Workforce System Architecture and Engineering (IASAE) position as outlined in AFI 33-200, AFI 33-210 and AFMAN 33-285 for assigned systems.
• Perform the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) duties as outlined in DoDI 8510.01for assigned systems/applications.
• Perform the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) duties as outlined in DoDI8510.01 for assigned systems/applications.

Requirements

Technical Areas of Expertise

• Expert knowledge of NIST RMF processes, policies, and DoD directives
• Expert ability to create and revise standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WI), and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)
• Expert ability to create presentations and present policies, guidance, and procedures to varied audiences including senior leadership levels
• A demonstrated expertise in RMF process
• Customer service skills
• A demonstrated ability (including knowledge and experience) to perform tasks related to AF cyber security
• Knowledge of cloud-based solutions is a plus

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Master’s Degree in a Related Field
• IAM Level III Certification (CISSP is desired)
• 15 years of experience, of which 5 must be in the DoD
• In depth knowledge of DoD cyber security policies and regulations
• Experience in providing security recommendations to senior leadership
• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years of prior experience, additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Candidate must have valid CISSP, Clearance, eMASS experience, DoD/ RMF experience, on-site work

Benefits

Joining Avint is a win-win proposition! You will feel the personal touch of a small business and receive BIG business benefits. From competitive salaries, full health, a unique 401K plan, and generous PTO and Federal Holidays.

Additionally, we encourage every Avint employee to further their professional development. To assist you in achieving your goals, we offer reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition. Interested in a class, conference, program, or degree? Avint will invest in YOU and your professional development!

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Salary $165,000-$175,000 based on experience