M2 Cyber Security Manager

Apex Systems; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Manager, Cybersecurity 2 to lead a team of Information System Security Professionals within a secure enclave on-site. This is a 6-month contract to hire position.

The role requires a current Top Secret clearance or CE eligibility, strong leadership, and hands-on RMF and security documentation experience. Expect collaboration with executives, program offices, and customers to maintain compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience, or a Masters with 5 years, or a PhD with 2 years.
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (or CE program eligibility) is required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain access to Special Access Programs is required.
• On-site, full-time work at Linthicum, MD is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.
• Provide mentorship and development opportunities for managers and new leaders.
• Oversee RMF/accreditation activities and documentation in support of government policies.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Team management

Security governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

RMF

ITIL

Agile

CISSP

CISM

Job description

# M2 Cyber Security ManagerApply**Job#: 3056237****Job Description:** *Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.*Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.**Position: Manager, Cybersecurity 2****Location:** Linthicum, MD (Baltimore)**Duration:** 6 months, Contract to Hire**Type:** W2 contract**Pay Rate Range: $80-110/hr.****Job Description:****Manager Cybersecurity 2** to lead a team of Information System Security Professionals. A diverse classified information system security background is required. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, MD location - this is **not** a remote work opportunity.The responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to the following:* Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.* Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for managers and new leaders.* Identify skills needed and provide training to meet requirements.* Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A); this will include process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.* Lead the implementation of required government policy (i.e., DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) to ensure compliance, develop process tailoring recommendations, and manage the documentation and execution of process activities.* Foster an environment for individual development, teamwork, effective performance management, open communication, financial management, and utilization* Ensure the team follows Northrop Grumman’s policies and procedures, making sure that all information is accurate and complete in support of those policies and procedures.* Interact with internal key executives, CIDO Program Management Office, and customers on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.* Ensure all environments stay compliant while all related systems and networks obtain and continuously retain formal accreditation authorizations from the appropriate government agencies.Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply **only** if they are willing to work on-site, full time at our Linthicum, MD campus.**Basic Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience, or a Masters degree with 5 years of experience, or a PhD with 2 years of experience.* Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secretsecurity clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered.* Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to **Special Access Programs** as a condition of continued employment.**Preferred Qualifications:*** ITIL, Agile, CISM, or CISSP certification.* Experience managing cybersecurity teams.* Experience implementing RMF or other cybersecurity related compliance frameworks.