ODNI Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

US Office of the Director of National Intelligence; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

US Office of the Director of National Intelligence seeks a seasoned IT/security professional to advance the IC CIO's mission. The role emphasizes secure IT infrastructure, comprehensive INFOSEC policy adherence, and rigorous program assessment and improvement across ODNI systems.

Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership are essential for success in a diverse stakeholder environment. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to synthesize complex security considerations for high-level

Qualifications

• Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management with minimum 24 semester hours in related fields.
• Five+ years of IT-related experience demonstrating Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving.
• Certifications such as CISM, CASP/SEC+, CISA, CISSP or CCNA/CCNP or ability to obtain within 1 year of assignment.

Skills

IT infrastructure

INFOSEC policies

Program management

Communication (verbal & written)

Team collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Analytic thinking

Problem solving

Active listening

Education

BS in cybersecurity / CS / engineering with 24+ semester hours

Job description

The Intelligence Community (IC) Chief Information Office (CIO) is responsible for advancing the Intelligence Community's mission by driving secure collaboration, integration, and information sharing; identifying and addressing information enterprise risks; and providing strategic leadership and oversight of the IC's enterprise architecture and enterprise information technology.

Mandatory Requirements

• Familiarity of ODNI's information technology infrastructure including operating systems, major application systems, and network architecture.
• Familiarity of ODNI's information technology security environment, business requirements, and risks.
• Familiarity of ODNI's INFOSEC policies, procedures, and practices, as well as the implications of those policies on component Information Technology (IT) systems and security issues.
• Expert program management, analytic, and critical thinking skills, including a superior ability to conduct INFOSEC program assessments, identify needs and requirements, and develop process improvement recommendations for the successful implementation of ODNI's INFOSEC programs.
• Superior ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex information in a clear, concise manner that is targeted to and meets the needs of diverse audiences with different perspectives and objectives.
• Superior ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment, mentor junior colleagues, and utilize strong organizational and interpersonal problem solving skills.
• Superior ability to establish regular contact with high-level internal and external resources and customers, supplying or seeking information on security programs and issues; superior use of tact when expressing ideas or opinions to senior leaders, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Superior ability to listen to, clarify, and convey an understanding of others' ideas, comments, and questions, and integrate and build upon diverse opinions in a manner that encourages the formation of integrated solutions and positions.
• Must have a degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.

Desired Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience. IT related experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT Certification).
• IT- related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies (Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving).
• CISM, CASP/SEC+, CISA, CISSP and/or CCNA/CCNP or the ability to obtain within 1 year of assignment.