Information Systems Security Manager I

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Serve as principal advisor on security matters for information systems under purview .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeBedford • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,735 - $148,465 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing information system security programs, including risk management frameworks and security policies. Possesses strong capabilities in advising on security assessments, incident response, and compliance with DoD and agency security standards.

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Information Systems Security Program DevelopmentRisk Management Framework (RMF)Security+ CE CertificationTS/SCI ClearanceSAP Experience

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Hard Skills

Security Policy DevelopmentRisk AssessmentIncident Response PlanningConfiguration ManagementSecurity Testing MethodologiesAuthorization Documentation EvaluationNetwork Security Policy ImplementationSecurity Education and TrainingThreat and Vulnerability EvaluationSystem Recovery Processes

Soft Skills

Advisory SkillsTraining and MentoringCommunication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Intrusion Detection ToolsMonitoring ToolsConfiguration Control Board ProcessesSecurity Assessment ToolsData Sanitization Procedures

Certifications & Qualifications

IAT Level IIIAM Level II

Industry Keywords

DoD Security PolicyCollateral ActivitiesSCI ActivitiesSAP ActivitiesJSIG Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as principal advisor on security matters for information systems under purview
Provide day-to-day support for Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities
Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of information system security program policy
Integrate existing SAP network infrastructures
Develop and oversee RMF- and JSIG-based network security policies and authorization processes
Advise customers and government program managers on RMF assessments, authorization issues, security testing methodologies, and processes
Perform risk assessments and make recommendations to DoD agency customers
Evaluate authorization documentation and provide written recommendations to government PMs
Develop and maintain the formal Information Systems Security Program
Train IAOs, network administrators, and cybersecurity personnel
Develop, review, endorse, and recommend action on system assessment documentation
Establish procedures for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware and media
Develop and execute security assessment plans
Maintain repositories for system authorization documentation and modifications
Institute and implement a Configuration Control Board charter
Develop incident response policies and procedures, including investigation and reporting
Ensure corrective measures are taken for incidents and vulnerabilities
Establish data ownership, accountability, access rights, and special handling requirements
Develop and implement security education, training, and awareness programs
Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities and determine additional safeguards
Assess system and environmental changes affecting authorization
Ensure valid authorization determinations for authorization boundaries
Review AIS assessment plans
Coordinate approval of external information systems with security officials
Conduct periodic security posture assessments
Ensure configuration management for security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware changes
Ensure periodic security testing using intrusion, attack detection, and monitoring tools
Monitor system recovery and reconstitution processes
Keep authorization documentation current and accessible
Ensure security requirements are addressed throughout the system life cycle
Develop Assured File Transfers in accordance with JSIG
Participate in self-inspections
Perform ISSO duties when an ISSO is unavailable

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of related experience
Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM
Working knowledge of DoD, National, service, and agency security policy, manuals, and standards
SAP experience desired
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline OR Associate’s degree in a related area plus 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
IAT Level II (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.) or IAM Level II
Must currently possess TS/SCI clearance
Must be able to obtain TS/SCI with CI polygraph
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to support Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan options
401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions and company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance