Senior Information Systems Security Manager; ISSM

Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) Position Summary

The Information System Security Manager will provide system authorization support, risk management and business continuity expertise, threat detection and prevention methods, incident response, auditing, vulnerability management support, and system security documentation.

• Lead the end‑to‑end development, coordination, and submission of all authorization artifacts required for an IL7 Cloud Authority to Operate (ATO), including SSPs, CONMON strategies, security control implementations, risk assessments, POA&Ms, and supporting evidence; ensure full compliance with DoD RMF, DISA SRG, and IC/DoD IL7 requirements, and serve as the primary security authority coordinating with system owners, engineering teams, assessors, and Authorizing Officials through ATO decision.
• Coordinating, executing, and managing cybersecurity assessment & authorization (A&A) related activities supporting IT hardware, software, and connectivity capabilities in support of intelligence data management and analysis requirements resulting in an Authorization to Operate.
• Facilitate, perform, and manage actions necessary to maintain system and capability accreditation status consistent with DoDI 8510.01, including scanning, auditing, and authoring/coordinating security accreditation-related documentation.
• Perform analysis, design, and integration for complex software applications and collaboration infrastructures.
• Participate in the change management process, including reviewing Change Requests and assisting in the assessment of security impact of proposed changes.
• Create and maintain implementation design documentation, information system security documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and provide guidance on active Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Keep leadership aware of any roadblocks, issues, or concerns with system authorization status.
• Troubleshoot roadblocks and lean into an industry paradigm shift.

• Location:
  
  Dayton, OH
• Travel Requirements: ~10%
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard

• BS degree in information systems or related technical field
• 9+ years' technical experience in cybersecurity or information technology
• CISSP certification
• Understanding of common operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix, Cisco IOS/NX-OS)
• Knowledge of client, server, data storage, and networking technologies
• Extensive knowledge of the requirements and standards for Cloud security
• Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  principles and Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
• Innovative with strong analytical, problem‑solving, organization and interpersonal skills
• Self‑motivated; able to work independently with minimal direction
• An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

• MS or PhD degree in a technical field
• 9+ years of IT/security‑related experience with recent ISSM experience
• Software Development in Java, Python, Ruby and/or C++ knowledge
• Linux Expertise (Red Hat/RHEL or CentOS preferred) knowledge
• Prior experience with software scanning/static code analysis (e.g. Fortify, Sonar Qube)
• Prior experience with cloud and container security tools
• Active TS/SCI

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at K . Let's shape the future together.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.