Information System Security Manager I

Job Description

Job Description

Information System Security Manager I 

REQ: 26-J-1297

Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) I 
The ISSM’s primary function serves as a principal advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the 
security of information systems under their purview. Primary support will be working within Special Access Programs 
(SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense, 
and Military Compartment efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive 
Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall include: 
• Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security 
program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration of existing SAP network infrastructures 
• Develop and oversee operational information systems security implementation policy and guidelines of 
network security, based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) with emphasize on Joint Special 
Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) authorization process 
• Advise customer on Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization issues 
• Perform risk assessments and make recommendations to DoD agency customers 
• Advise government program managers on security testing methodologies and processes 
• Evaluate authorization documentation and provide written recommendations for authorization to 
government PMs 
• Develop and maintain a formal Information Systems Security Program 
• Ensure that all IAOs, network administrators, and other cyber security personnel receive the 
necessary technical and security training to carry out their duties 
• Develop, review, endorse, and recommend action by the AO or DAO of system assessment 
documentation 
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of 
hardware and media 
• Develop and execute security assessment plans that include verification that the features and 
assurances required for each protection level functioning 
• Maintain a and/or applicable repository for all system authorization documentation and modifications 
• Institute and implement a Configuration Control Board (CCB) charter 
• Develop policies and procedures for responding to security incidents, to include investigating and 
reporting security violations and incidents 
• Ensure proper protection or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has 
been discovered within a system 
• Ensure that data ownership and responsibilities are established for each authorization boundary, to 
include accountability, access rights, and special handling requirements 
• Ensure development and implementation of an information security education, training, and awareness 
program, to include attending, monitoring, and presenting local cyber security training. 
• Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities to ascertain whether additional safeguards are needed 
• Assess changes in the system, its environment, and operational needs that could affect the 
authorization 
• Ensure that authorization is accomplished a valid Authorization determination has been given for all 
authorization boundaries under your purview 
• Review AIS assessment plans 
• Coordinate with PSO or cognizant security official on approval of external information systems (e.g., guest 
systems, interconnected system with another organization) 
• Conduct periodic assessments of the security posture of the authorization boundaries 
• Ensure configuration management (CM) for security-relevant changes to software, hardware, and 
firmware and that they are properly documented 
• Ensure periodic testing is conducted to evaluate the security posture of IS by employing various 
intrusion/attack detection and monitoring tools (shared responsibility with ISSOs) 
• Ensure that system recovery and reconstitution processes developed and monitored to ensure that the 
authorization boundary can be recovered based on its availability level determination 
• Ensure all authorization documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals 
• Ensure that system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the system life cycle 
• Develop Assured File Transfers (AFT) on accordance with the JSIG 
• Participate in self-inspections 
• Conduct the duties of the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) if one is not present and/or 
available 

Experience: 
• 5 - 7 years related experience 
• Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM 

Education: 
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years) 

Certifications: 
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for 
Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager Level I within 6 months 
of the date of hire. 

Security Clearance: 

• TS/SCI-required

• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information 
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph 

Other Requirements: 
• Must having working knowledge of DoD, National and applicable service and agency security policy, manuals 
and standards. 
• Must be able to regularly lift up-to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS: 

We offer a competitive compensation package including a generous PTO and Flexible holiday package, tax-free healthcare cost reimbursement, and an immediate vesting 401K with 4% matching.