Information Systems Security Manager @ Latitude

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Salary Range: 100000 to 135000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to join our team in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity policy implementation, particularly in compliance with NIST standards, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). The ISSM will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our organization's information systems and networks.

Recently awarded Contract - Good for the next 5 years

Location: Arlington, VA (Fully On-Site)

Clearance Requirement: Top Secret (TS) Clearance and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Eligibility

- Prefer current SCI

Certification Requirement: IAT Level 3 Certified

Responsibilities:

Cybersecurity Policy Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and guidelines in compliance with NIST, RMF, and FISMA regulations.

Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable cybersecurity regulations, directives, and standards, including but not limited to NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, and FISMA requirements.

Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to address vulnerabilities and threats to information systems and networks.

Security Assessments and Authorization: Manage the security assessment and authorization (SA&A) process in accordance with RMF guidelines, including system categorization, security control selection, implementation, assessment, and authorization.

Security Controls Implementation: Oversee the implementation and configuration of security controls to safeguard information systems and ensure compliance with security requirements.

Incident Response: Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures. Coordinate incident response activities and investigations as necessary.

Security Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver cybersecurity training and awareness programs to educate personnel on security best practices and procedures.

Continuous Monitoring: Implement and maintain continuous monitoring processes to detect and respond to security incidents and changes in the security posture of information systems.

Security Documentation: Develop and maintain security documentation, including system security plans (SSPs), security assessment reports (SARs), and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms).

Security Clearance Management: Manage security clearance processes and ensure compliance with government regulations regarding personnel security clearances.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on policy implementation and compliance.
Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
IAT Level 3 certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP+).
In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies.
Strong understanding of NIST standards, RMF, and FISMA requirements.
Experience with security assessment and authorization (SA&A) processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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