NexGen Technologies, Inc. · 7 hours ago
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) Support Specialist (VA/CA)
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$65/hr - $85/hr
6+ years expNexGen Technologies, Inc. is a leading IT services firm specializing in delivering innovative solutions to federal government clients. The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) Support Specialist will provide cybersecurity governance, RMF oversight, and authorization support for the Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA), ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements and collaborating with various stakeholders to maintain secure information systems.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ensure DHRA information systems comply with DoD RMF and cybersecurity policies
Develop and maintain cybersecurity programs, architectures, requirements, and policies
Identify information owners/stewards and ensure appropriate access controls
Maintain and update cybersecurity documentation, repositories, and authorization artifacts
Monitor, assess, and report system and organizational compliance with DoD directives
Coordinate cybersecurity inspections, assessments, tests, and reviews
Validate implementation and effectiveness of cybersecurity controls
Support migration from NIST SP 800‑53 Rev 4 to Rev 5
Provide cybersecurity guidance and recommendations to the AO and program teams
Report events or configuration changes affecting system authorization or security posture
Track and report system authorization status in accordance with DoD Component guidance
Coordinate enterprise‑level security issues with SOs, PMs, and ISSOs
Evaluate security authorization packages and system compliance for AO review
Maintain system risk assessments and lifecycle authorization documentation
Review and approve POA&Ms, ATO terms/conditions, SSPs, and annual reviews (AO concurrence required for high‑risk systems)
Support development and implementation of continuous ATO (cATO) processes
Provide input for SAPs and SARs
Serve as ISSM representative for DoD e‑ICAM AAP workflows
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Must have an active Secret Clearance to be considered
Must be within 1 hour of Alexandria, VA or Seaside, CA
6+ years supporting RMF, cybersecurity governance, or ISSM/ISSO functions in a DoD environment
Strong understanding of DoD RMF, NIST SP 800‑53, DoDI 8500.01, and DoD cybersecurity policies
Experience developing or reviewing SSPs, POA&Ms, SAPs, SARs, and other RMF artifacts
Familiarity with eMASS, cybersecurity documentation repositories, and governance tools
Ability to evaluate security controls, assess compliance, and identify risk impacts
Experience coordinating with AOs, PMs, ISSOs, and system owners
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams
Must be able to pass background screening prior to employment
US Citizenship, legal permanent residence, or US work authorization with a minimum of 3 years of US presence is required due to federal contract requirements
Ability to work on‑site at Seaside or Mark Center for SIPR or classified system support
Minimum 25% on‑site at the Mark Center (Alexandria, VA) or DoD Center – Monterey Bay (Seaside, CA)
Work hours: 8 a.m. Eastern to 5 p.m. Pacific, Monday–Friday, excluding federal holidays or government closures
Incident response activities may require after‑hours support with one‑hour recall
Active Secret clearance required; ability to obtain TS/SCI preferred
Reliable internet (50 Mbps down / 25 Mbps up) and a secure remote work environment
Preferred
IAM Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP) preferred
Experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs or DoD Components
Knowledge of NIST SP 800‑53 Rev 5 migration requirements
Familiarity with continuous monitoring and cATO frameworks
Experience developing cybersecurity policies, procedures, or governance documentation
Understanding of enterprise identity and access management workflows, including DoD e‑ICAM
Company
NexGen Technologies, Inc.
Since 1997, NexGen Technologies, Inc.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase