Special Programs Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (AISSM)

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is looking for a Special Programs Alternate Information Systems Security Manager to oversee development and compliance for classified information systems. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and at least five years of information assurance experience, particularly in Windows/Linux systems. Responsibilities include managing IS security actions and ensuring compliance with federal requirements. The job offers a salary range of $83,000 – $124,800+ depending on qualifications. Benefits include full medical coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum five years of information assurance experience.
• Experience with developing security policies and auditing systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing security actions for classified information systems.
• Conduct self-inspections of information system compliance.
• Prepare security inspection documents and manage user IS access.

Skills

Information assurance experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with program management

Windows/Linux systems experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SIEM tools (Splunk, Wireshark)

Vulnerability scanning tools (ACAS/Nessus)

Job description

Special Programs Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (AISSM)

Position within Applied Research Laboratories. Weekly hours 40, exempt from FLSA. Start immediately, expected to continue. Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS.

Overview

The Special Programs Alternate Information Systems Security Manager assists in managing and overseeing all development, authorization and compliance measures associated with ARL classified IS operations under the security cognizance of multiple program sponsors.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Programs ISSM in providing technical planning, expertise, oversight and daily administration of security actions for a variety of classified information systems ranging in a wide degree of complexity, working directly with information system sponsors and sponsor ISSMs to meet federal requirements under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and to maintain system authorizations.
• Conduct self‑inspections of information system Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) compliance and verify duties performed by Information System Security Officers (ISSOs). Review and inspect the professional auditing of Special Programs classified Information Systems at ARL:UT, to maintain compliance with the sponsor assessment and Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG).
• Assist the CPSO in preparing for and conducting security inspections, reviews, and evaluations.
• Prepare documents, IS configuration validation, verify/testing hardware/software change management, media protection and file transfers. Develop, maintain, and update Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) documents necessary for tracking IS security requirements to achieve and maintain system authorizations.
• Manage user IS access and use compliance in accordance with applicable directives. Ensure all training requirements are met for lab personnel who utilize secure information systems.
• Assist the Special Programs ISSM in ensuring that lab‑wide information security standards, policies, and practices are being followed, and coordinate with and provide training and guidance to others within the laboratory, on ensuring and maintaining the security posture of all information systems as well as implementing security control requirements.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field.
• Five years of information assurance experience in Windows/Linux systems.
• Experience developing and implementing information assurance policy.
• Previous experience serving as an Assistant ISSM, ISSM, or equivalent duties.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to prioritize projects.
• Experience supporting various system configurations.
• Experience with program management.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six years of experience in information assurance in a national security computing environment.
• Three years of experience with the Risk Management Framework methodology.
• Knowledge of classified information system requirements and government regulations.
• Experience with policy creation, documentation preparation and maintenance.
• Windows and Linux operating system knowledge.
• Experience conducting security audits of information systems.
• SIEM tool experience (Splunk, Wireshark, etc.).
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (ACAS/Nessus, Retina, MBSA, etc.).
• Possess a current DoDM 8570.01 compliant certification, equivalent to Information Assurance Technical (IAT)/Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level III (e.g., CISSP).
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Salary Range

$83,000 – $124,800+ (negotiable depending on qualifications)

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Some weekend, evening, and holiday work.
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV.
• Three work references with contact information; at least one from a supervisor.
• Letter of interest.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs, and activities, and admissions.