ISSM - DoD Cybersecurity Leader, TS/SCI

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 190,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to lead security across multiple MD9 mission systems. You will serve as the principal advisor on all IS security matters, overseeing DIARMF-compliant policies, risk assessments, and authority-to-operate activities.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, DoD 8140 qualification, and relevant certifications, with responsibilities including SSP/RAR development, vulnerability testing, and security engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 11-12 years of related work experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• DoD 8140 qualification requirements for ISM work role (722).
• Certifications: CISM, CISSP, FITSP-M, GCIH, GCIA, GICSP, GSLC, or ISSMP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as ISSM for up to five MD9 mission systems and advise on IS security matters.
• Provide security program/policy, ISSO oversight, certifications, vulnerability monitoring, testing, documentation, inspections, incidents, and risk board support.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity strategies across network environments.
• Configure security policies and controls to comply with DIARMF standards.
• Author SSPs, RARs, and security assessment reports; conduct security control testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Provide leadership on systems security engineering best practices to teams.
• Oversee cybersecurity integration across design, development, test, deployment, and sustainment.
• Support vulnerability management activities including scanning and remediation reporting.

Skills

Security leadership

Vulnerability management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree with 11-12 years experience

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to lead security across multiple MD9 mission systems. You will serve as the principal advisor on all IS security matters, overseeing DIARMF-compliant policies, risk assessments, and authority-to-operate activities.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, DoD 8140 qualification, and relevant certifications, with responsibilities including SSP/RAR development, vulnerability testing, and security engineering