ISSM II - Information Systems Security Manager

Information Systems Security Manager II

The ISSM’s primary function is to serve as a principal advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of information systems under their purview. Primary support will be working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies such as HQ Air Force, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Military Compartment efforts. The position will provide day‑to‑day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis on integration of existing SAP network infrastructures.
• Develop and oversee operational information systems security implementation policy and guidelines of network security based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) with emphasis on Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) authorization process.
• Advise customers on RMF assessment and authorization issues.
• Perform risk assessments and make recommendations to DoD agency customers.
• Advise government program managers on security testing methodologies and processes.
• Evaluate authorization documentation and provide written recommendations for authorization to government PMs.
• Develop and maintain a formal Information Systems Security Program.
• Ensure that all IAOs, network administrators, and other cyber security personnel receive the necessary technical and security training.
• Develop, review, endorse, and recommend action by the AO or DAO on system assessment documentation.
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media.
• Develop and execute security assessment plans that include verification of required features and assurances for each protection level.
• Maintain a repository for all system authorization documentation and modifications.
• Institute and implement a Configuration Control Board (CCB) charter.
• Develop policies and procedures for responding to security incidents, including investigating and reporting violations and incidents.
• Ensure proper protection or corrective measures are taken when an incident or vulnerability is discovered.
• Ensure data ownership and responsibilities are established for each authorization boundary, including accountability, access rights, and special handling requirements.
• Develop and implement an information security education, training, and awareness program and present local cyber security training.
• Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities to ascertain whether additional safeguards are needed.
• Assess changes in the system, its environment, and operational needs that could affect the authorization.
• Ensure authorization is accomplished and a valid determination has been given for all authorization boundaries under your purview.
• Review AIS assessment plans.
• Coordinate with PSO or cognizant security official on approval of external information systems.
• Conduct periodic assessments of the security posture of the authorization boundaries.
• Ensure configuration management for security‑relevant changes to software, hardware, and firmware and that they are properly documented.
• Ensure periodic testing is conducted to evaluate the security posture of IS using intrusion/attack detection and monitoring tools.
• Ensure system recovery and reconstitution processes are developed and monitored to allow recovery based on availability level determination.
• Ensure all authorization documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
• Ensure system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the system life cycle.
• Participate in self‑inspections.
• Periodically review system security to accommodate changes to policy or technology.
• Coordinate all technical security issues outside of area of expertise with ISSE.
• Provide expert research and analysis in support of expanding programs and areas of responsibility in cyber security and information technology.
• Develop Assured File Transfers (AFT) in accordance with the JSIG.
• Provide leadership,…