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AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

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In-Office
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
190K-215K Annually
Expert/Leader
In-Office
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
190K-215K Annually
Expert/Leader
Serves as Information Systems Security Manager for multiple mission systems, overseeing security policies, ISSO activities, certifications, vulnerability management, control testing, incident response, documentation, inspections, training, and authorization support. Develops cybersecurity strategies, implements DoD RMF-compliant technical controls, authors SSPs and risk assessment reports, supports ATO packages, and provides security engineering leadership throughout system lifecycles.
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Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities
  • Perform as ISSM for up to five MD9 mission systems and serve as principal advisor on all matters involving IS security.
  • Provide security program/policy, ISSO oversight, certifications, vulnerability monitoring, testing, documentation repository, inspections, incidents, training, CCB/Risk Board support, CONMON, and authorization impact assessment.
  • Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive cybersecurity strategies across network environments.
  • Execute hands-on configuration of security policies, technical controls, and procedural frameworks to ensure full compliance with DoD Information Assurance Risk Management Framework (DIARMF) standards.
  • Author detailed security assessment reports, System Security Plans (SSPs), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs) for multiple Authority to Operate (ATO) packages. Conduct comprehensive security control testing and vulnerability assessments.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance on systems security engineering best practices to project teams and stakeholders.
  • Oversee cybersecurity integration across systems, ensuring security controls are effectively implemented during design, development, test, deployment, and sustainment.
  • Support vulnerability management activities, including scanning, analysis, remediation planning, and status reporting.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 11-12 years of related work experience
  • TS/SCI clearance 
  • U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
  • Must meet DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the Information Systems Security Manager work role, designated as work role code 722 at the Advanced proficiency level.
  • Must have one or more of the following certs: CISM, CISSP, FITSP-M, GCIH, GCIA, GICSP, GSLC, or ISSMP
Pay Transparency StatementAMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $190,000.00/Yr. - USD $215,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO StatementEEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

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