Information Systems Security Manager

Please review the job details below. We are currently seeking an Information Assurance Manager (IAM)/Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). This role is based in our Palo Alto, CA office.

In this role, you will be responsible for a portfolio of classified programs covering Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

You will support information system full life cycle activities including scoping information systems for new programs, preparing accreditation/certification packages in accordance with relevant regulations and standards, maintenance and monitoring of operational systems, system upgrades and feature additions during program execution, and system decommission and de-certification activities.

• Responsible for ensuring Information System compliance with the potential to span multiple business areas or programs.
• Ensure system security measures comply with applicable government policies.
• Provide configuration management and accurately assess the impact of modifications and vulnerabilities for each system.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of NIST 800-53 controls, and determine which controls are applicable to the application, as well as document implementation in Security Controls Tractability Matrix (SCTM).
• Monitor and resolve Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to mitigate system vulnerabilities on assigned Information Systems.
• Communicate and coordinate Information Systems Security policy across their organization and work with government agencies to obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations.
• Establish, document, implement, and monitor the IS Security Program and related procedures for the facility and ensure compliance with IS security requirements.
• Prepare and maintain Systems Security Plans (SSP) which accurately reflect the installation and security provisions of the system.
• Ensure that each SSP has been implemented, that the specified security controls are in place and properly tested, and that the IS is functioning as described in the SSP.
• Evaluate proposed changes or additions to the SSP and collaborate with customers for systems approvals.
• Conduct on-going security reviews and tests for information systems to periodically verify that security features and operating controls are functional and effective.
• Ensure that periodic self-inspections of the facility’s IS Program are conducted as part of the overall facility self-inspection program.
• Ensure the development, documentation and presentation of IS security education, awareness, and training activities for facility management, IS personnel, users, and others as appropriate.
• Ensure personnel are trained on the IS’s prescribed security restrictions and safeguards before they are initially allowed to access a system.
• Responsible for reporting compliance metrics to government CSA, Program Management, and Information System Owner.
• Manage, lead and provide security guidance and mentoring to a team of security professionals.
• Oversee and coordinate insider threat program activities for assigned information systems in collaboration with the Insider Threat Program Manager.
• Ensure proper media sanitization, destruction, and accountability procedures are followed for classified storage devices and system components throughout the system lifecycle and during decommissioning activities.
• Coordinate security incident response activities for assigned systems, including timely reporting to appropriate government agencies (DCSA, NSA, etc.) and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee physical security integration with IS security requirements, ensuring proper coordination with facility security personnel.
• Manage COMSEC material accountability and cryptographic key management for assigned systems as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with TEMPEST/EMSEC requirements for SCI-level systems as applicable.

• Must be a U.S. citizen with Active TS/SCI clearance and CI Poly Experience as an ISSM/ISSO implementing NISPOM Chapter 8, ICD 503, and/or JSIG IS requirements in an SAP/SCI environment
• CISSP and CISM certifications
• Ability to obtain GSLC certification within 6 months of hire
• Bachelor…