Information Systems Security Manager / Specialist
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
In Person
CybersecuritySecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required
About the job
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- An active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is required.
- Must be able to obtain Department of Homeland Security Suitability.
- At least 5 years of directly relevant experience in information security management is required.
- Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems or Amazon Web Services is required.
- Experience supporting the National Institute of Standards and Technology Risk Management Framework process and contributing to a full Authorization to Operate effort from initiation through authorization, including security documentation development, control implementation statements, assessment support, and full Plan of Action and Milestones management is required.
- Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework and Assessment and Authorization documentation, including System Security Plans and contingency, incident, and configuration management planning and execution, is required.
- Experience working on multiple complex assignments that are broad in nature and require originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks is required.
- Ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high-impact assignments is required.
- Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures, and regulations is required.
- Knowledge of defense-in-depth principles and network security architecture is required.
- Knowledge of Authorization to Operate requirements and strong experience with Plans of Action and Milestones is required.
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, is required.
- Knowledge of boundary protection and network segmentation is required.
- Knowledge of authentication and access management techniques is required.
- Experience implementing and assessing security controls for hardware, software, and network deployments is required.
- Must be able to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across physical locations.
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Information Management, Cybersecurity, or Computer Science is required, or a high school diploma with at least 7 years of information security management experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of a team of Information Assurance professionals to manage the full Risk Management Framework lifecycle for information technology systems.
- Assist technical and management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments.
- Establish goals and plans that meet project objectives.
- Assist in directing and controlling activities, with overall responsibility for security management, methods, and staffing to ensure technical requirements are met.
- Participate in client negotiations and interface with senior management.
- Support decision-making and provide domain knowledge that may critically affect overall project implementation.
- Support planning, coordination, and implementation of information security for a cybersecurity lab.
- Help the lab identify its current security infrastructure and define future programs, including the design and implementation of security for lab systems.
- Assist security staff in designing, developing, engineering, and implementing solutions to security requirements.
- Implement and develop Department of Homeland Security information technology security standards.
- Gather and organize technical information about the lab’s mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs.
- Perform risk analyses, including risk assessments.
- Plan and lead major technology assignments.
- Evaluate performance results and recommend major changes affecting short-term project growth and success.
- Function as a cyber technical expert across multiple project assignments.
- Work closely with the Information Systems Security Manager and Chief Information Security Officer to respond to data calls and satisfy Authorization to Operate requirements.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Risk Management Framework software such as CSAM, Xacta, Archer, or RegScale.
- Experience with host and network scanning software such as Nessus, Security Center, Tenable Vulnerability Management, Nmap, Wiz, or Burp.
- Experience with endpoint protection tools such as CrowdStrike or Carbon Black.
- Working knowledge of security information and event management tools such as Splunk, SOAR, or ELK.
- Familiarity with role-based account processing operations.
- Familiarity with zero-trust architectures.
- Familiarity with scripting languages and tools such as Python, AWS CLI, Lambda, Bash, or PowerShell.
- DoD 8140.01 IAT Level III, CISSP, AWS, Cisco, or Microsoft certifications.
About the company
Node.Digital builds digital solutions using AI automation and machine learning to help clients achieve their missions. Its approach centers on designing and deploying AI-powered software that automates processes, analyzes data, and supports decision-making for complex, mission-focused problems. Unlike general software firms, Node.Digital emphasizes delivering tailored, mission-driven solutions that address each customer’s unique objectives. The company’s goal is to enable organizations to operate more effectively and achieve impactful outcomes by applying AI and ML to real-world challenges.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Herndon, Virginia
Founded
2017
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- HRSA awarded Node.Digital a $2.99 million AI/ML contract in May 2026.
- Website refreshes in 2026 emphasize agentic AI, automated DevSecOps, and mission automation.
- Public contract data shows $10.2 million across 13 federal award actions in 2026.
What critics are saying
- Node.Digital's federal concentration leaves revenue exposed if DHS recompetes slip after 2028.
- Raytheon mentorship expires; losing that channel weakens prime-bid positioning and capture support.
- A single cyber or delivery failure on HHS HRSA damages trust with small-agency buyers.
What makes Node.Digital unique
- Raytheon mentorship under DHS program gives Node.Digital credibility with federal buyers.
- Node.Digital sells AI-native engineering, DevSecOps, automation, and mission workflow tooling.
- GSA MAS 8(a) status supports faster federal contracting through 2030.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Training Programs
- Disability Insurance