Information Systems Security Manager
$175.2k - $210k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
In Person
Cybersecurity
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
- At least 5 years of progressive cybersecurity experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or management role, is required.
- Experience with Xacta and eMASS is required.
- Must obtain or hold an Agilist certification and DoD 8140.01 ISSM Intermediate Level Certification.
- Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
- Demonstrated expertise in network security, vulnerability management, incident response, security architecture, and risk management is required.
- Experience working with DARPA or other DoD agencies, including knowledge of their security requirements and technologies, is required.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and SecDevOps practices is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and evolve a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with DARPA's mission, technological landscape, and evolving threat environment; map critical information systems to business objectives and ensure security through process resiliency.
- Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cybersecurity risks, balancing operational needs with security requirements; conduct site assessments and develop logistical plans.
- Establish and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards that meet or exceed DoD and industry best practices for performers and military organizations.
- Ensure adherence to relevant security regulations, including NIST RMF, DoD STIGs, and other applicable mandates; lead CCRIs and cybersecurity inspections to achieve high compliance scores.
- Promote a strong security culture within SecuriGence and DARPA through awareness, training programs, and knowledge sharing.
- Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity professionals and foster a high-performing, collaborative environment.
- Develop and implement an incident response plan to enable swift detection, containment, and remediation of security incidents and minimize operational disruptions.
- Establish a vulnerability management program for regular scanning, assessment, and remediation of vulnerabilities; manage vulnerabilities and implement security controls.
- Oversee 24/7 security operations, including continuous monitoring of networks, systems, and data for anomalies and potential threats.
- Monitor emerging threats and vulnerabilities and adapt security strategies and controls; conduct cyberspace planning and threat analysis.
- Design and implement secure architectures for systems, networks, and applications, incorporating defense-in-depth strategies; engineer and stabilize enterprise systems through virtualization and tools convergence.
- Conduct security assessments and audits, identify weaknesses, recommend corrective actions, and evaluate technologies to support secure IT architectures.
- Evaluate, select, and implement security tools and technologies, including ACAS, AD, DNS, HBSS, ITSM, OCSP, OS Imaging, SCCM, SCOM, and SIEM.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security into the development lifecycle of new products and services; implement Scrum methodologies to improve system reporting and vulnerability compliance.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for security and contract issues under the contract.
- Ensure practical and effective systems are developed to meet security and contract requirements.
- Ensure the quality and timeliness of work performed and implement process improvements that result in cost effectiveness and savings for the Government.
- Provide oversight for contractual, project management, technical, and security actions on behalf of the Contractor.
- Support the Security group, consisting of the Program Manager and Contractor-designated personnel, in meeting all security, programmatic, and operational requirements identified in the PWS.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- CISSP certification.
- CISA certification.
- CISM certification.
About the company
Chenega is a government services contractor that supplies staffing and support services for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian customers, plus commercial clients. It operates across the United States, its territories, and several countries, tapping wide opportunities in government contracting. Its offerings center on staffing and mission support through various contracts, delivering qualified personnel and services to meet client needs. Unlike many industry players, Chenega is rooted in an Alaska Native village corporation, which shapes its ownership and community-focused approach while competing in a broad national market. The company’s goal is to help government and commercial customers execute their missions by providing reliable, professional personnel and services under contract.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Anchorage, Alaska
Founded
1974
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Chenega Naswik won a $6.4 million FBI Academy security contract starting May 2026.
- DHS gave Chenega Naswik a $78.6 million PSO task order in March 2026.
- DARPA extended SecuriGence with a $121.5 million modification in June 2026.
What critics are saying
- Chenega Global Protection faces Kalantari FLSA class action in Colorado since March 25, 2025.
- Chenega Security and Support Solutions filed a WARN notice for 64 Alaska employees in 2026.
- Chenega’s 8(a) edge weakens after July 2030, forcing tougher price competition across contracts.
What makes Chenega unique
- Chenega wins recurring federal security work at FBI, DHS, IRS, and Army sites in 2026.
- SecuriGence broadened Chenega MIOS into cybersecurity, software engineering, and cloud operations after 2024.
- Chenega’s Alaska Native and 8(a) structure supports fast recompetes and sole-source federal access.
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Benefits
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Work Hours
- Professional Development Budget