Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems.

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Position Overview

Riverside Research is seeking a full-time Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to support the National Air & Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. This position functions as an ISSM, responsible for the development and oversight of a comprehensive information security program as identified in applicable customer requirements to include NISPOM, ICD 503/CNSSI 1253, DFARS, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform as primary Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for NASIC designated systems such as, but not limited to, enterprise and mission system architecture (hardware and software) as needed.
• Coordinate and advise across multiple teams of Information Security Officers (ISSO) responsible for NASIC information technology (IT) systems’ security.
• Facilitate application of Risk Management Framework principles supporting the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of NASIC IT systems. To include, but not limited to validating compliance monitoring/auditing and review are occurring and data ownership with responsibilities are established for each IT system.
• Validates all systems Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and that the documentation submitted by ISSO is maintained in the dedicated system of record to maintain DoD and Air Force IC compliance.
• Facilitate communications on hardware/software changes with the Designated Authorization Official to coordinate validate or re-validation efforts of new or current authorization documentation in accordance with DoD and Air Force IC standards.
• Coordinate with the NASIC business architect and the NASIC/A9 office to facilitate engineering integration of new NASIC systems into the larger NASIC cybersecurity boundary documentation operational architectures.
• Maintain professional qualifications and certification requirements to conduct their assigned duties in compliance with DoDD 8140.01 and are trained on their duties/responsibilities concerning IT system security and will secure National Security Systems as outlined in the Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253, Air Force Instruction (AFI) 17-130), Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-37, Rev 2.
  
  

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
• Education and Experience (preferably as an ISSM/IAM)
• Bachelor's degree with 12 years’ experience of relevant experience
• Above Experience to consist of:
• NIST 800-53 and Risk Management Framework (RMF) based accreditations
• Working in a classified environment consisting of multiple Collateral, SCI and/or SAP systems
• Managing multiple projects at one time that could have many tasks within each.
• Working with Windows operating systems
• Developing standard operating procedures and system security plans
• Supervising and mentoring ISSO level team
• Certification Requirements: Current DoD 8570.1-M IAM Level 1
• Self-motivated and possess good written, verbal, listening and presentation skills
• Strong customer service, leadership and team building skills
• Organizational skills to include attention to detail, time management, ability to multitask and prioritize.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with DCSA (NISPOM/DAAPM) preferred.
• Experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) and STIG Viewer preferred.
  
  

Global Comp

$120,000 - $150,000 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

Closing Statement

Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees.

Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.