Information System Security Manager (ISSM) - General Dynamics Mission Systems

Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

We are seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to join our team’s Pittsburgh, PA office. This person will perform the tasks of an Information Systems Security Manger (ISSM) for multiple Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) programs. Candidates must be knowledgeable of information technology and security principles. This is a multi-tasking environment that demands customer service, communication, and organizational skills. The candidate will support information system life cycle activities from rapidly establishing systems to support classified proposals, to scoping systems for new programs and preparing Risk Management Framework packages, to regular maintenance, support and upgrades of systems during program execution, to program close-out and de-certification activities.

Duties also may include:

• Serve as Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for classified computers in DoD and Intelligence Community computing environments.
• Maintain day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring of IS including security event log review and analysis.
• Ensure system security measures comply with applicable government policies. Provide configuration management and accurately assess the impact of modifications and vulnerabilities for each system.
• Design, develop, and recommend integrated security solutions for multiple classified IS with various operating systems.
• Prepare and maintain security Assessment and Authorization documentation (e.g., IA SOP, SSP, RAR, SCTM) including participation in system categorization.
• Ensure the development, documentation, and presentation of IS security education, awareness, and training activities for users and others, as appropriate.
• Apply cyber security standards, directives, guidance and policies to classified computing environments.
• Investigate security incidents to include data spills, data integrity incidents, and malicious code incidents.
• Ensure system security measures comply with applicable government policies, provide configuration management and accurately assess the impact of modifications and vulnerabilities for each system.
• Conduct reviews and technical inspections to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses, and ensure that all security features applied to a system are implemented and functional.
• Provide support to other cybersecurity personnel for maintaining appropriate operation information assurance (IA) posture for programs.
• Collaborate with other IAI offices to ensure continuity of secure systems operation.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience as an ISSM implementing ICD 503, and/or JSIG IS requirements.
• Current Security + certification
• Have or obtain CISSP certification per DoD Directive 8570.1 within 6 months upon being hired.
• Be technically familiar with modern MS Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Previous experience working as a security professional in a SAP/SCI environment
• Familiarity conducting vulnerability scans.
• Familiarity with the ODAA Baseline Standard requirements, Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Strong team player.
• Travel to other corporate sites may be required on an as-needed basis.

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This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
USD $120,698.80 - USD $130,599.85 /Yr.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

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