Information Systems Security Manager ISSM (Engineer Info Assurance 5)

Requisition Number: 27372

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $153,605.00 - $184,124.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Come Join HII! Where Hard Stuff is Done Right!

HII - Mission Technologies is currently seeking a SME Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to work out of Fairfax, VA in support of the DoD/DoW Advana War Data Platform designed to aggregate operational, intelligence, logistics, and sensor data from multiple domains, enable Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) by providing a common data fabric, and support AI/ML applications for predictive analytics, targeting, and mission planning.

This position is contingent on contract award

Responsibilities: I want to and can do that!

• Provides enterprise security program management for assigned information systems operating across classified and unclassified Department of Defense environments.

• Directs Risk Management Framework execution through continuous authorization activities, maintaining System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, and Plans of Action and Milestones aligned with NIST security controls and Department policy.

• Manages authorization packages within eMASS, coordinating assessment activities, control validation, and remediation tracking in collaboration with system owners, control assessors, and Authorizing Officials.

• Leads portfolio-level security oversight, synchronizing assessment schedules, continuous monitoring outputs, and authorization maintenance across operational systems supporting Combatant Commands and Defense Agencies.

• Reviews vulnerability findings, security scan results, and incident reports, translating technical risk into executive-ready decision artifacts and briefing materials.

• Utilizes tools including eMASS, Xacta, Splunk, Tenable, Active Directory, and SharePoint to track control posture, remediation progress, and reporting requirements.

• Coordinates cybersecurity assessments, penetration test support activities, and audit engagements, maintaining authoritative security documentation repositories and version control.

• Facilitates governance forums, assessment out-briefs, and risk discussions with Senior Information Security Officers and mission leadership.

• Delivers measurable improvements in authorization stability, remediation timeliness, and operational readiness while reinforcing program values of accountability, mission assurance, and information protection across enterprise systems supporting national defense objectives.

Requirements: I have already done that or have it!

• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.

• IAM II (ISC² CISSP, ISACA CISM, CompTIA CASP+ CE, or GIAC GSLC) certified

• Must have an active Secret security clearance

• US Citizenship

Preferred Requirements

• Familiarity with Advana architecture, Palantir Foundry, or similar data integration platforms

• Experience with data governance frameworks and metadata management

• Agile/SAFe delivery experience in secure environments

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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