Cyber Intelligence Manager – ISSM

L3Harris Technologies

. Lead the information system security program for assigned classified systems .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $127,000 - $236,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading information system security programs, ensuring compliance with government and organizational policies, and managing Risk Management Framework activities. Proficient in developing authorization documentation and providing technical direction to cybersecurity teams while effectively communicating risks and mitigation strategies.

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Risk Management Framework (RMF)NIST SP 800-53 Security ControlsISSM DutiesCISSP CertificationVulnerability Management Tools

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityInformation AssuranceAuthorization DocumentationSecurity Control ImplementationConfiguration ManagementIncident CoordinationSecurity AssessmentVulnerability ManagementSTIG ImplementationSecurity Baseline Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipWritten CommunicationStakeholder CoordinationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

EMASSXactaACASWindows EnvironmentsLinux EnvironmentsVirtualized InfrastructureNetwork Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISM

Industry Keywords

Department of DefenseIntelligence CommunityNISPOM RuleDCSA AssessmentICD 503JSIGContinuous MonitoringAuthorization Packages

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the information system security program for assigned classified systems
Ensure compliance with government requirements, contractual obligations, and organizational policies
Manage Risk Management Framework activities, including system categorization, security control implementation, assessment support, authorization, and continuous monitoring
Develop, maintain, and review authorization documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and supporting security procedures
Coordinate with government authorizing officials, security control assessors, customers, and internal stakeholders to obtain and sustain system authorizations
Oversee vulnerability management, configuration compliance, audit logging, access controls, and remediation of security findings
Assess security impacts associated with system changes and participate in configuration management and change-control processes
Lead cybersecurity incident coordination, reporting, and corrective actions
Provide technical direction and mentorship to ISSOs and other cybersecurity personnel
Translate cybersecurity requirements and risks into actionable recommendations for program and business leadership
Support inspections, assessments, and audits, including preparation of evidence and tracking corrective actions
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security requirements throughout the system lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, or Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
Active DoD Top Secret security clearance is required
Adjudicated and current Continuous Evaluation date
Significant progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or information system security
Leadership of classified system security activities
Experience performing ISSM duties or comparable cybersecurity governance and authorization responsibilities
Strong working knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53 security controls, and classified information system authorization processes
Experience applying classified-system requirements, such as the NISPOM Rule, DCSA assessment and authorization guidance, ICD 503, or JSIG
Experience developing authorization packages, managing POA&Ms, and supporting continuous monitoring
Ability to assess technical security findings and communicate risk, mitigation options, and operational impacts
Strong leadership, written communication, stakeholder coordination, and organizational skills
Prior ISSM experience supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community programs
CISSP, CISM, or another relevant cybersecurity certification
Experience with security assessment and vulnerability management tools such as eMASS, Xacta, ACAS, or comparable platforms
Experience securing Windows and Linux environments, virtualized infrastructure, and network devices
Experience implementing STIGs and managing security baselines
Demonstrated success leading complex authorization efforts and mentoring cybersecurity teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays