Senior ISSM - Cybersecurity Strategy & Risk Leader

Istari Digital; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Istari Digital is seeking an experienced Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to lead our cybersecurity program in a hybrid role based in Arlington, VA. You will advise on all matters related to the security of information systems under your purview, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

You will develop and implement security policies aligned with JSIG, NIST SP 800-171/800-53, CMMC, and ITAR, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with engineering and customer success

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of cybersecurity experience.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, practices, and frameworks, including JSIG, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, ITAR, and CMMC.
• Experience with risk assessments, vulnerability identification, and security control implementation.
• Experience with security incident investigation and response.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal advisor on all cybersecurity matters for assigned information systems.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate information system security program policy aligned with regulatory requirements, including JSIG, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, CMMC, and ITAR.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify vulnerabilities in information systems.
• Develop and implement security controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of security controls.
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness training to employees.
• Investigate security incidents and breaches.
• Maintain security documentation, including system security plans (SSPs), risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with the engineering and customer success teams to ensure secure implementation and configuration of systems.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Risk assessments

Security controls

Incident response

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS

Job description

Istari Digital is seeking an experienced Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to lead our cybersecurity program in a hybrid role based in Arlington, VA. You will advise on all matters related to the security of information systems under your purview, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

You will develop and implement security policies aligned with JSIG, NIST SP 800-171/800-53, CMMC, and ITAR, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with engineering and customer success