On-Site ISSM: Classified Systems Security Lead

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive/bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions seeks an experienced Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to lead security management and compliance for classified systems. This on-site role enforces policies, implements risk management, and ensures accreditation in line with DoD guidance.

Candidates must hold a TS clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility, DO- with eMASS, and DoD 8140/8570 IAM certification. The successful candidate will mentor ISSOs, coordinate audits, and maintain accreditation

Qualifications

• Active DoD security clearance with SCI access required.
• Experience with accreditation processes and security documentation.
• Knowledge of DoD RMF and related cybersecurity frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead security management and compliance for classified systems.
• Serve as primary contact for classified systems and ensure accreditation.
• Maintain BoE, SSPs, and POA&Ms; manage continuous monitoring.
• Coordinate vulnerability management, assessments, and remediation.
• Coordinate with government authorities on security posture requirements.
• Oversee media sanitization, domain policy compliance, and audits.

Skills

US Citizenship

Top Secret clearance

SCI/SAP access

DCSA eMASS experience

ATO accreditation

DoD security policies

IAM Level 2-3 (DoD 8140/8570)

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

System accreditation experience under DCSA eMASS

5+ years IT in classified env OR 3+ years ISSM

Identity and access management knowledge

Windows/Linux server experience

Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, 800-53, RMF, ISO 27001, CIS)

Tools

N/A

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions seeks an experienced Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to lead security management and compliance for classified systems. This on-site role enforces policies, implements risk management, and ensures accreditation in line with DoD guidance.

Candidates must hold a TS clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility, DO- with eMASS, and DoD 8140/8570 IAM certification. The successful candidate will mentor ISSOs, coordinate audits, and maintain accreditation