Information System Security Manager SME

Leidos

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Gaithersburg, MD - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 131300 - 237350
Posted on: 9 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This Department of War enterprise data and analytics program delivers mission-critical capabilities that enable leaders across the Department to make faster better-informed decisions using trusted data at scale. Leidos Digital Modernization sector is seeking an experiencedISSM SMEto support the delivery enhancement and adoption of enterprise data and analytics products used across multiple DoD organizations.

In this role you will work alongside government partnersART Product Teams and other industry teammates to translate operational and strategic requirements into scalable production-ready solutions. You will contribute directly to product planning execution and continuousimprovementhelping ensure capabilities are delivered efficiently aligned to mission priorities and positioned for sustained success.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a high-visibilityenterprise program at the intersection of data analytics and emerging AI technologies. Ideal candidates are motivated by mission impact comfortable operating in complex stakeholder environments and interested in building deep domainexpertisewhile delivering capabilities with real-world national security outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Serves as the primary liaison between stakeholders and technical teams to ensure a unified understanding of security requirements and address questions or concerns proactively.

  • Interprets mission warfighter and userneedsto ensure security solutions align withprogramobjectivesand system requirements.

  • Analyzes security-related Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Technical Performance Measures (TPMs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support reporting risk assessment and service delivery.

  • Overseesandprioritizesremediation activities involving NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements and other security issues to ensuretimelyresolution.

  • Manages and executes security controls and compliance activities across development and operations strengthening the organizations overall security posture.

  • Lead the team responsible for the ISSMs.

  • Establish a centralized ISSM pool to coordinate reviewvalidate and approve all activities which contribute to the assessment and authorization of automated information systems.

  • Expectedto be able to address anything from physical security matters to information assessments security tests and evaluations preparation of Contingency Plans and administration of Life Cycle Management and Configuration Management documentation.

  • Assess the vulnerability of AISs.

  • Recommend and implement changes to IT systemsin accordance withthe DoD directives.

  • Function as a technical specialist and assessthe riskmanagement security and contingency planning programs.

  • Implement measures to protect data from physical destruction or theft.The contractor ISSM shall ensure that back-up procedures are in place for recovery from loss destruction of data and program files or from physical damage.

  • Implement SOPs and periodicallytestsrecovery procedures to make sure recovery procedures are operational.

  • Develop policy and guidance andestablishimplementation and oversight plans to ensure compliance with Risk Management requirements.

  • Coordinate the review and evaluation of cyber security programs and effectiveness of implementation;identifyproblem areas; updates andestablishesnew requirements in response tonew technologiesand threats; and make recommendations to achieve a fully compliant IT architecture.

  • Develop Systems Security Contingency Plans and Disaster Recovery Procedures.

  • Develop and implement training and awareness programs to ensure thatAdvanasystems network and data users are aware of understand and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

  • TS/SCI with CI Poly securityclearance

  • Bachelordegree (Computer Science Cyber Security Information Technology Software Engineering Information Systems Computer Engineering Mathematics or Engineering) or higher from an accredited college or university OR Offerings listed in DoD 8140 Training Repository ORCISSP-ISSMP or GSLC

  • Demonstrated experience with:

  • 12 years experience in the Cybersecurity area

  • 10 years experience with technology.

  • 8 years experience with IA technology.

  • 5 years experience with Risk Management Framework experience.

  • 5yearsof project management work experience.

  • Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-37 CNSSI 1253 FIPS 199 and NIST SP 800-53

  • Knowledge of the DoD Risk Assessment Methodology (DRAM) and POAM tracking.

  • Expert in RMF andA&Aaccreditation processes.

  • Certifications in Cybersecurity like Security plusDOD IA/IAT Level II certification

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications in Cybersecurity likeDOD IA/IAT Level III certification

If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

February 5 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $131300.00 - $237350.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.


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