Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

GE Aerospace; Ohio; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to lead the IA posture for classified systems across legacy programs, test cells, production facilities, and labs in Evendale, OH. You will oversee SAP IA posture and coordinate with DoD security partners to sustain mission-ready, secure environments.

The role requires RMF/NIST expertise, active Top Secret clearance, and at least 5 years of IA leadership experience, with a focus on industrial control systems and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Information Assurance experience.
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent DoD 8570 IAM III certification preferred.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance required (Tier 5/SSBI).

Responsibilities

• Lead RMF posture for classified systems across production, test, and lab environments.
• Manage and mentor a geographically dispersed IA team including ISSOs.
• Translate JSIG/NIST RMF requirements into practical security controls for industrial environments.
• Coordinate with DoD SCAs, AOs, and PSOs to support security operations.

Skills

Information Assurance

RMF

NIST 800-series

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

High school diploma / GED

Tools

JSIG

Job description

## Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)Apply: Evendale: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 7, 2026 (7 days left to apply): R5040050# ******Job Description Summary******As the Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), you will lead the Information Assurance (IA) posture for classified information systems supporting legacy programs, test cells, production facilities, and laboratory environments within GE Aerospace. You will be responsible for the Special Access Program (SAP) IA posture across these operational and manufacturing environments, ensuring secure, mission-ready systems that sustain long-lived platforms and physical test/production infrastructure. You will lead and provide oversight to a diverse IA team, ensuring alignment with the business's security core capabilities, vision, mission, strategy, and goals across a geographically dispersed landscape of shop floors, test cells, and labs. The successful candidate is expected to have expert working knowledge of NIST information system protection policies and Risk Management Framework (RMF) procedures and tools, as prescribed within the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG), as applied to industrial control systems, test equipment, and specialized lab/production computing environments.# **Job Description**Job Title**Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)**## Company Intro/About GE AerospaceGE Aerospace is advancing the future of flight for commercial and military customers around the world. We develop and support mission-critical engines, systems, and technologies with an uncompromising focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. In this role, you will help protect the classified systems and infrastructure that support that mission.## Site, Business, OR Functional Area OverviewThis role is based in **Evendale, Ohio** and sits within GE Aerospace’s **Risk & Compliance / Information Assurance and Security** organization. The Senior ISSM supports classified computing environments across legacy programs, test cells, production facilities, and laboratories, including standalone, isolated, embedded, and specialized systems tied to long-lived aerospace platforms and physical test and production infrastructure.The role interfaces closely with internal IT and OT stakeholders, program security, site leaders, and external U.S. Government partners, including **Security Control Assessors (SCAs), Authorizing Officials (AOs), and Program Security Officers (PSOs).**## Role OverviewAs the **Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)**, you will lead the Information Assurance posture for classified systems supporting legacy aerospace programs, test operations, production environments, and laboratories. You will be responsible for the **Special Access Program (SAP) Information Assurance posture** across operational and manufacturing environments that are essential to mission readiness.You will provide technical leadership, regulatory direction, and team oversight across a geographically dispersed Information Assurance organization. The successful candidate will bring deep experience with **Risk Management Framework (RMF), the Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), and NIST 800-series requirements**, with the ability to apply those frameworks in complex operational settings such as industrial control systems, test equipment, and specialized lab and production computing environments.## Key Responsibilities* Serve as the **RMF subject matter expert** for classified computing environments supporting legacy programs, test cells, production facilities, and labs, including standalone, isolated, embedded, and specialized systems.* Lead and maintain the formal **information system security program** for assigned areas of responsibility, including policies, procedures, and implementation guidance.* Translate **JSIG, RMF, and NIST 800-series requirements** into practical security controls and operating guidance for production, test, and laboratory environments.* Act as GE Aerospace’s primary liaison to **DoD SCAs, AOs, and PSOs** supporting classified legacy programs and test/production operations.* Provide leadership and oversight to a **geographically dispersed Information Assurance team**, including direct management of ISSOs.* Provide regulatory direction to internal IT staff supporting day-to-day operations as well as larger-scale projects.* Support the secure operation of **industrial control systems, test equipment, and specialized lab/production computing environments**.* Maintain working knowledge of **COMSEC policies and procedures** and support safeguarding and implementation practices, as applicable.* Participate in and support **regulatory reviews, formal self-inspections, and cross-site inspections** across GE Aerospace facilities.* Manage, maintain, and execute a robust **continuous monitoring program** to sustain accreditation posture and reduce risk.## Required Qualifications**Education/Experience (must meet one of the following):*** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college and minimum **8 years** of professional experience, OR* High school diploma / GED and minimum **13 years** of professional experience**Additional required qualifications:*** Minimum **5 years** of professional experience in **Information Assurance*** **CISSP, CISM, or equivalent DoD 8570 IAM III** security certification* Must possess an **active DoD Top Secret security clearance** based on a **Tier 5 (T5) / SSBI****Note:** Military experience is equivalent to professional experience.## ## ClosingAt GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to thrive.This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.*This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).*# ******Additional Information******GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing. **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes