Lead ISSM for Classified Programs

ATR International; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ATR International seeks an Information Assurance Manager (IAM)/ISSM for its Palo Alto, CA office. You will manage security for SCI-enabled information systems, overseeing life-cycle activities, accreditation, certification, and de-certification processes across classified programs.

The role requires DoD RMF/IS guidance, experience with NIST SP 800-53, and solid leadership to guide a team of security professionals in a sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree and active security credentials.
• Experience with RMF and assessment/authorization activities.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Splunk/Elastic) for logs and events.
• Experience in DoD requirements (NISPOM, ICD 503, JSIG) in SAP/SCI environments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring Information System compliance across multiple programs.
• Ensure system security measures comply with government policies; assess modifications and vulnerabilities.
• Maintain understanding of NIST 800-53 controls and SCTM documentation.
• Monitor POA&M to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate IS security policy across the organization with government agencies.

Skills

SIEM tools

RMF

Security audits

Vulnerability assessments

Log analysis

Team leadership

DoD compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

CISSP

CISM

Tools

XACTA

EMASS

ServiceNow

Job description

ATR International seeks an Information Assurance Manager (IAM)/ISSM for its Palo Alto, CA office. You will manage security for SCI-enabled information systems, overseeing life-cycle activities, accreditation, certification, and de-certification processes across classified programs.

The role requires DoD RMF/IS guidance, experience with NIST SP 800-53, and solid leadership to guide a team of security professionals in a sensitive environment.