Information Systems Security Manager – ISSM

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Perform as ISSM for up to five MD9 mission systems and serve as principal advisor on all matters involving IS security .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeColorado Springs • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $191,500 - $319,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity strategies, compliance with DoD Information Assurance Risk Management Framework (DIARMF) standards, and technical leadership in systems security engineering. Proficient in security assessments, vulnerability management, and oversight of information security programs.

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IS Security ManagementCybersecurity Strategy DevelopmentVulnerability AssessmentDoD 8140 QualificationCISM Certification

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Hard Skills

Security Policy ConfigurationRisk Assessment ReportsSystem Security PlansSecurity Control TestingIncident ResponseTechnical Controls ImplementationCybersecurity IntegrationDocumentation Repository ManagementVulnerability MonitoringAuthorization Impact Assessment

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipStakeholder CommunicationTraining and Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

CISMCISSPFITSP-MGCIHGCIAGICSPGSLCISSMP

Industry Keywords

DoD Information AssuranceISSO OversightCybersecurity ComplianceMission Systems SecurityRisk Management Framework

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform as ISSM for up to five MD9 mission systems and serve as principal advisor on all matters involving IS security
Provide security program/policy, ISSO oversight, certifications, vulnerability monitoring, testing, documentation repository, inspections, incidents, training, CCB/Risk Board support, CONMON, and authorization impact assessment
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity strategies across network environments
Execute hands-on configuration of security policies, technical controls, and procedural frameworks to ensure compliance with DoD Information Assurance Risk Management Framework (DIARMF) standards
Author security assessment reports, System Security Plans (SSPs), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs) for multiple Authority to Operate (ATO) packages
Conduct security control testing and vulnerability assessments
Provide technical leadership and guidance on systems security engineering best practices to project teams and stakeholders
Oversee cybersecurity integration across systems during design, development, test, deployment, and sustainment
Support vulnerability management activities, including scanning, analysis, remediation planning, and status reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 11-12 years of related work experience
TS/SCI clearance
U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
Must meet DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the Information Systems Security Manager work role, designated as work role code 722 at the Advanced proficiency level
Must have one or more of the following certifications: CISM, CISSP, FITSP-M, GCIH, GCIA, GICSP, GSLC, or ISSMP

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Employee ownership