M1 Cyber Security Manager

Job#: 3056237

Job Description:

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Position:
Manager, Cybersecurity 1

Location: Linthicum, MD (Baltimore)

Duration: 6 months, Contract to Hire

Clearance: Top Secret

Type: W2 contract

Pay Rate Range: $60-75/hr.

Job Description:

Cybersecurity Manager 1 to lead a team of Information System Security Professionals. A diverse classified information system security background is required. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, MD location - this is not a remote work opportunity.

The responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to the following:

• Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for assessing systems and networks within a secure enclave.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for managers and new leaders.
• Identify skills needed and provide training to meet requirements.
• Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A); this will include process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
• Lead the implementation of required government policy (i.e., DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) to ensure compliance, develop process tailoring recommendations, and manage the documentation and execution of process activities.
• Foster an environment for individual development, teamwork, effective performance management, open communication, financial management, and utilization
• Ensure the team follows Northrop Grumman’s policies and procedures, making sure that all information is accurate and complete in support of those policies and procedures.
• Interact with internal key executives, CIDO Program Management Office, and customers on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
• Ensure all environments stay compliant while all related systems and networks obtain and continuously retain formal accreditation authorizations from the appropriate government agencies.

Note:

Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site, full time at our Linthicum, MD campus.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience, or a Masters degree with 5 years of experience, or a PhD with 2 years of experience.
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret clearance and access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ITIL, Agile, CISM, or CISSP certification.
• Experience managing cybersecurity teams.
• Experience implementing RMF or other cybersecurity related compliance frameworks.
• Active DOD Top Secret Clearance
• Previous SAP Program Experience

Apex Benefits Overview

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers an HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a…