Antenna Research Associates, Inc. · 1 day ago
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)
Antenna Research Associates, Inc. is a leading C5ISR company that designs and installs innovative technologies for national security. The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) will lead the company’s security programs, ensuring compliance with government standards and protecting classified information systems.
Responsibilities
Lead and expand the company’s industrial security program
Propose, implement, and enforce information systems security policies, standards, and procedures
Maintain the operational security posture and ensure compliance with all system security requirements
Manage day-to-day security operations, including configuration management and change control
Evaluate and implement security solutions that meet requirements for processing classified information
Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments and support certification and accreditation activities
Prepare and maintain security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports (RARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
Ensure accurate maintenance of security records and hardware/software inventories
Oversee internal audits and inspections, coordinate responses and corrective actions
Monitor for anomalies, investigate incidents, and coordinate response and mitigation
Advise on Co-Utilization Agreements and ensure compliance with configuration management and security protocols
Support the Facility Security Officer and participate in the Insider Threat Working Group
Assist with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and RMF continuous monitoring activities
Provide training and guidance for staff on information system security procedures
Collaborate with IT teams, auditors, and management to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
Prepare and present regular security status reports
Perform other related security duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Active DoD Top Secret clearance (within the past six years)
Minimum 5 years of experience in information or industrial security
Knowledge of NISPOM, JSIG, and DISA STIGs
CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification
Experience with risk management, incident response, and security authorization packages
Strong understanding of information security principles and compliance requirements
Proficiency in developing and implementing security policies and procedures
Experience auditing environments with multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux)
Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to manage initiatives of moderate scope independently and collaboratively
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
Company
Antenna Research Associates, Inc.
ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and installs innovative technologies that provide the national security community with unparalleled situational awareness, threat detection, and communications capabilities.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.2MKey Investors
Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerator
2024-10-29Acquired
2024-03-04Grant· $0.2M
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