Senior ISSM & RMF Lead for Classified Systems

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 170,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k)
PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Military Differential
Tuition reimbursement
Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly skilled Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) SME Level 4 to support the US Space Force and mission-critical cybersecurity operations. The ISSM will provide senior-level expertise for classified systems, with extensive DoD/IC standards knowledge and strong communication skills in a fast-paced, highly classified environment.

The role requires leading RMF activities, developing and maintaining SSPs/SCTMs/POA&Ms, coordinating with AOs/SCAs,

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with SCI eligibility required.
  • 15+ years of cybersecurity experience with DoD and IC IA activities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior-level cybersecurity and IA support for classified systems and networks.
  • Manage cybersecurity activities throughout system lifecycle to protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
  • Lead RMF activities: A&A, ATO, IATT, and continuous ATO requirements.
  • Develop and manage RMF docs: SSPs, SCTMs, POA&Ms, and authorization docs.
  • Apply controls per NIST, JSIG, DoD, DAF, and IC guidance.
  • Manage IA and cybersecurity requirements for classified networks and extensions.
  • Identify risks and craft mitigation strategies and technical recommendations.
  • Develop and execute cybersecurity test plans/procedures.
  • Coordinate activities with AOs, SCAs, config managers, system owners, and gov stakeholders.
  • Prepare briefings and technical docs for government leadership.
  • Research cybersecurity policies and ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Support information security training and awareness programs.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance
15+ years cybersecurity
RMF/DoD/IC IA
A&A/ATO/IATT/POA&Ms
NIST SP 800-53 & JSIG
Cybersecurity test plans
Documentation & briefings
AO/SA/Configuration coordination
DoD workforce certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree (ABET/CAE) in IT/Cyber/CS
Security+, CCSP, CGRC/CAP, CASP+, Cloud+, SSCP, GSEC
CISM/CISSO/CISSP/CISSP-ISSMP/GSEC-type certs (desired)

Job description

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly skilled Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) SME Level 4 to support the US Space Force and mission-critical cybersecurity operations. The ISSM will provide senior-level expertise for classified systems, with extensive DoD/IC standards knowledge and strong communication skills in a fast-paced, highly classified environment.

The role requires leading RMF activities, developing and maintaining SSPs/SCTMs/POA&Ms, coordinating with AOs/SCAs,

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