ISSM: TS/SCI & Polygraph | RMF/A&A Cyber Leader

General Dynamics Information Technology; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health packages

Internal mobility and career growth

Paid education and certifications

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology in Tysons Corner, VA is seeking an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to oversee RMF-based security programs. You will coordinate A&A activities, manage risk, and ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 controls while leading documentation and governance efforts on security policies.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and CASP+ certification.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in information security management.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline.
• Active TS/SCI with polygraph.
• Must have CASP+ certification (preferred CISSP/CISA/CISM/AWS certs).
• Experience with RMF, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800-53/53A, and STIGs.

Responsibilities

• Support RMF workflow and processes by proposing, coordinating, implementing and enforcing information system security policies, instructions, standards, and methodologies.
• Review and approve customer requests related to access, devices, and other authorizations.
• Evaluate the impact of network and system changes using RMF processes and approve changes.
• Manage multiple projects throughout the Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) process from concept to Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Coordinate with system stakeholders on mitigating system vulnerabilities outlined in POA&Ms.
• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 controls and relevant cybersecurity standards.
• Ensure configuration management for security-relevant IS software, hardware and firmware is maintained and documented.
• Ensure system recovery processes are monitored to ensure security features and procedures are restored.
• Formally notify appropriate individuals when changes occur that might affect authorization.
• Participate in governance and project reviews identified by the customer.
• Demonstrate strong documentation skills to create and update policies, process documentation and procedures.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure RMF compliance.

Skills

RMF expertise

NIST SP 800-53/53A

Documentation skills

Policy & governance

Strong communication

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

CASP+ certification

Tools

ServiceNow

Tenable

SCAP tools

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology in Tysons Corner, VA is seeking an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to oversee RMF-based security programs. You will coordinate A&A activities, manage risk, and ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 controls while leading documentation and governance efforts on security policies.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and CASP+ certification.