Information System Security Manager (ISSM) III

Job Description: Information System Security Manager (ISSM) III

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Position Overview

The ISSM III is responsible for managing and overseeing information security program

implementation across Navy systems and networks. This position requires coordination

with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards, the

development of security strategies, and the enforcement of policies and procedures that

protect Navy information systems. The ISSM III ensures risk is reduced across the

enterprise and supports strategic decision-making to improve overall cybersecurity

posture.

Key Responsibilities

 Support IT security goals and objectives to reduce organizational risk.

 Collect data and prepare reports for system cybersecurity compliance and reporting

requirements.

 Communicate the value and importance of IT security across all organizational levels.

 Oversee the implementation and enforcement of cybersecurity policies and procedures

consistent with mission and goals.

 Assist with security inspections, audits, and reviews to ensure compliance with DoD and

Navy cybersecurity standards.

 Identify security requirements across the system life cycle and ensure successful

integration into IT systems.

 Monitor, track, and resolve audit findings, POA&Ms, and vulnerabilities.

 Coordinate with programs and stakeholders to resolve findings identified in internal

and external reviews.

 Facilitate communication between RMF stakeholders throughout the cybersecurity

lifecycle.

 Prepare findings reports, risk assessments, and corrective actions for identified

deficiencies.

 Ensure systems are monitored for compliance conditions, stipulations, and deadlines

(e.g., SLCM activities).

Required Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a STEM-

related field.

Experience:

- Eight (8) years of experience coordinating with various levels of an organization to

oversee and manage information security program implementation.

- Must have managed cyber strategy, personnel, infrastructure, policy enforcement,

emergency planning, and/or security awareness programs.

- Experience with cybersecurity policy enforcement and compliance across DoD or Navy

systems.

Certification: Baseline certification as outlined in the Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF)

requirements table.

Desired Skills

 Strong understanding of RMF and Navy cybersecurity requirements.

 Proven ability to lead cybersecurity strategy and oversee cross-functional teams.

 Excellent communication skills for presenting technical information to executives and

stakeholders.

 Ability to develop, enforce, and monitor organizational cybersecurity policies.

 Demonstrated success in risk management, incident response, and audit resolution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $1.00 per hour

Experience:

• cybersecurity policy enforcement and compliance: 1 year (Required)
• cyber strategy, personnel, infrastructure,: 6 years (Required)
• oversee and manage information security: 8 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person