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Watermark Risk Management International, LLC · 1 day ago

ISSM II - Information Systems Security Manager

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in security and risk management. They are seeking an Information Systems Security Manager II to serve as a principal advisor on security matters for information systems, primarily supporting Department of Defense agencies.

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Responsibilities

Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon 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 emphasize on Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) authorization process
Advise customer on Risk Management Framework (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 to carry out their duties
Develop, review, endorse, and recommend action by the AO or DAO of 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 that the features and assurances required for each protection level functioning
Maintain a and/or applicable 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, to include investigating and reporting security violations and incidents
Ensure proper protection or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered within a system
Ensure that data ownership and responsibilities are established for each authorization boundary, to include accountability, access rights, and special handling requirements
Ensure development and implementation of an information security education, training, and awareness program, to include attending, monitoring, and presenting 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 that authorization is accomplished a valid Authorization 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 (e.g., guest systems, interconnected system with another organization)
Conduct periodic assessments of the security posture of the authorization boundaries
Ensure configuration management (CM) 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 by employing various intrusion/attack detection and monitoring tools (shared responsibility with ISSOs)
Ensure that system recovery and reconstitution processes developed and monitored to ensure that the authorization boundary can be recovered based on its availability level determination
Ensure all authorization documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
Ensure that 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 or responsibility with ISSE
Provide expert research and analysis in support of expanding programs and area of responsibility as it pertains to cyber security and information technology activities
Develop Assured File Transfers (AFT) on accordance with the JSIG
Provide leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for Cyber Security and Information Technology team members
Additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Information Systems SecurityRisk Management Framework (RMF)Special Access Programs (SAP)Security Assessment PlansIAT Level 3 CertificationCyber Security TrainingLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsCritical Thinking

Required

7-9 years related experience
Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years)
IAT Level 3 (CISSP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.) or IAM Level 3
Active/Current TS/SCI
Must be able to obtain CI Poly
Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
Effective verbal and written communication skills
All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience
All Level III positions - candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience

Benefits

100% employer- paid medical insurance
Ample paid leave
A free employee assistance program
A competitive 401k savings plan

Company

Watermark Risk Management International, LLC

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Watermark has spent decades delivering expert security, risk management, and business analysis.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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