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Enterprise Cybersecurity IT Manager

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Second Front Systems

Second Front Systems

51-200 employees

Provides secure software deployment for government

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$125k - $150kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Cybersecurity
IT Project Management
IT & Security
Required Skills
Management
Requirements
  • U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements
  • Knowledge of and experience with cybersecurity and risk management frameworks including NIST 800-171, CMMC, SOC2, ISO27001
  • At least two-years of experience managing IT and/or cybersecurity teams
  • Two-years of experience working within the Defense space
Responsibilities
  • Achieve and maintain industry cybersecurity attestations for our corporate environment (CMMC, SOC2, ISO27001, UK CyberEssentials)
  • Maintain internal infrastructure requirements for remote management and security of end user devices, and security of IT products and services
  • Maintain an identity access and a management system that syncs across multiple business systems, creating a seamless user experience
  • Track physical equipment and software licenses for company purchased products
  • Supervise IT support functions by operating and maintaining a user help desk/ ticket system, integrated with company messaging systems
  • Implement automation to create efficiencies in IT process for both hardware and software
  • Ensure documentation of our systems and processes
  • Coordinate activities with VP of Security

Second Front Systems connects the commercial software industry with U.S. government defense and national security sectors. Its main product, Game Warden, is a managed DevSecOps platform that simplifies the process of getting commercial software approved for government use. By integrating security practices into the software development lifecycle, Game Warden helps speed up the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, ensuring that software meets government security standards for faster deployment. Unlike its competitors, Second Front Systems focuses specifically on the needs of defense and national security professionals, providing a subscription-based service that includes continuous updates and compliance management. The goal is to enable government agencies and defense contractors to deploy secure software solutions quickly, allowing them to concentrate on their primary missions.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$73.5M

Headquarters

Wilmington, Delaware

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

56%

2 year growth

127%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic investments from Booz Allen and a successful $40M Series B funding round indicate strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • The expansion of the leadership team with experienced professionals like Aaron Creel, Sam Gray, and TJ Rowe suggests a robust strategy for scaling and innovation.
  • Collaborations with major tech companies and government-focused initiatives, such as the ATO Accelerator with Google Public Sector, position Second Front Systems as a key player in the defense technology market.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on U.S. government and defense sectors may limit market diversification and expose the company to policy changes and budget fluctuations.
  • The complexity of integrating multiple partnerships and technologies could pose operational challenges and affect the platform's performance.

What makes Second Front Systems unique

  • Second Front Systems specializes in bridging the gap between commercial software and U.S. government defense sectors, a niche focus that sets it apart from broader DevSecOps providers.
  • Their flagship product, Game Warden, uniquely streamlines the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, accelerating secure software deployment for government agencies.
  • Partnerships with industry leaders like GitLab, AWS, and Chainguard enhance their platform's capabilities, providing a comprehensive and integrated DevSecOps solution.