Information Systems Security Manager III (ISSM III)

*This position requires a TS/SCI Clearance and a minimum of two years of Special Access Program Experience*

The ISSMs primary function serves as a principal advisor on all matters technical and otherwise involving the security of information systems under his/her 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:
Lead cultivate and maintain productive working relationships with other DoD agencies managers data stewards and senior leadership to foster productive and positive cyber security profile
Participate in the strategic planning and implementation of the Cyber Security Program
Provide expert input to the formulation of cyber security policies 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
Develop and implement a security assessment plan
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
Institute and implement a Configuration Control Board (CCB) charter
Maintain a and/or applicable repository for all system authorization documentation and modifications
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
Establish and develop a self-inspection program within the organization
Periodically review system security to accommodate changes to policy or technology
Coordinate all technical security issues outside of area of expertise or responsibility with ISSE
Provide expert research and analysis in support of expanding programs and area of responsibility as it pertains to cyber security and information technology actives
Develop Assured File Transfers (AFT) on accordance with the JSIG
Provide leadership mentoring and quality assurance for Cyber Security and Information Technology team members
Experience:
10 years related experience
Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM
Education:
Masters degree or equivalent experience (6 years)
Certifications:
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 3 (IAT III) or Information Assurance Manager Level 3 (IAM III) within 6 months of the date of hire
Security Clearance:
Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements:
Must have expert knowledge of DoD National and applicable service and agency security policy manuals and standards.
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

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