Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Life Cycle Engineering; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

Company 401(k) & ESOP

Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave

Continuing Education & Professional De

Job summary

Life Cycle Engineering seeks an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to provide cybersecurity support to NGA in Springfield, VA. The role requires active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance and oversees enterprise information security architecture and risk reduction across IT systems.

Responsibilities include resource acquisition, continuity of operations, and coordination of cyber inspections and safeguards, with a focus on integrating security into system development and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• IAT, IAM, or IASAE Level 2 Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and manage resources to support IT security goals and reduce risk.
• Support enterprise continuity of operations program planning and execution.
• Collect and maintain data for cybersecurity reporting.
• Communicate IT security value to stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Active clearance

Security leadership

Cybersecurity risk assessment

Data collection and reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

IAT/IAM or IASAE Level 2

Job description

Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Position Summary: As Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), you will provide cybersecurity support to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) in Springfield, VA.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must have an active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Acquire and manage the necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personnel, to support information technology (IT) security goals and objectives and reduce overall organizational risk.


• Acquire necessary resources, including financial resources, to conduct an effective enterprise continuity of operations program.


• Collect and maintain data needed to meet system cybersecurity reporting.


• Communicate the value of information technology (IT) security throughout all levels of the organization stakeholders.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish the enterprise continuity of operations program, strategy, and mission assurance.


• Ensure that security improvement actions are evaluated, validated, and implemented as required.


• Ensure that cybersecurity inspections, tests, and reviews are coordinated for the network environment.


• Ensure that cybersecurity requirements are integrated into the continuity planning for that system and/or organization(s).


• Ensure that protection and detection capabilities are acquired or developed using the IS security engineering approach and are consistent with organization-level cybersecurity architecture.


• Establish overall enterprise information security architecture (EISA) with the organization's overall security strategy.


• Evaluate and approve development efforts to ensure that baseline security safeguards are appropriately installed.


• Evaluate cost/benefit, economic, and risk analysis in decision-making process.


• Identify alternative information security strategies to address organizational security objectives.


• Identify information technology (IT) security program implications of new technologies or technology upgrades.


• Interface with external organizations (e.g., public affairs, law enforcement, Command or Component Inspector General) to ensure appropriate and accurate dissemination of incident and other Computer Network Defense information.


• Interpret and/or approve security requirements relative to the capabilities of new information technologies.


• Interpret patterns of noncompliance to determine their impact on levels of risk and\/or overall effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity program.


• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity safeguards to ensure that they provide the intended level of protection.


• Participate in an information security risk assessment during the Security Assessment and Authorization process.


• Prepare, distribute, and maintain plans, instructions, guidance, and standard operating procedures concerning the security of network system(s) operations.


• Ability to apply techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions using intrusion detection technologies.


• Ability to identify critical infrastructure systems with information communication technology that were designed without system security considerations.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (Prefer an accredited Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree, or a degree in a Mathematics or Engineering field.)


• IAT, IAM, or IASAE Level 2 Certification

Physical Demands and Expectations

• Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing; occasional prolonged sitting


• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write with or without assistance


• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax, and other office equipment

This position description re present s a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on \"doing the right thing the right way\", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a \"Best Place to Work\" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at www.lce.com .

Mission

Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.

Culture

Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families


• Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available


• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options


• Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)


• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave


• Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels


• Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code


• Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication


• Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep


• Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more...

*Benefits may vary by business unit and location.

Life Cycle Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.