Sr. Information Assurance Team Lead / CSSP Manager

Overview of Role 

• Overview of Role 

• The Sr. Information Assurance Team Lead / CSSP Manager is a critical leadership position within our cybersecurity team, tasked with overseeing comprehensive Information Assurance and Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) operations. This role bridges strategic program management with technical cybersecurity oversight across the Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) federal landscape, ensuring both compliance and innovation in cybersecurity practices. 

• Role and Responsibilities 

• Leadership and Oversight: 

• Lead and manage a diverse team of cybersecurity professionals, focusing on Information Assurance and CSSP operational excellence. 

• Serve as a primary liaison between teams and federal stakeholders, ensuring cohesive communication and coordination. 

• Program Management: 

• Develop and execute Program Management, Staffing, and Quality Management Plans, aligning with federal cybersecurity objectives. 

• Facilitate risk assessments, security control implementations, and compliance activities across NNSA operations. 

• Innovation and Process Improvement: 

• Drive process innovations that enhance efficiency and reduce security response times through strategic automation and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: 

• Deliver executive-level briefings, reports, and presentations articulating cybersecurity strategies and outcomes to senior leadership. 

• Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support cybersecurity initiatives. 

• Compliance and Certification: 

• Ensure adherence to federal cybersecurity standards and maintain certifications as a CSSP Manager, aligning with DoD and NNSA regulations. 

• Educational and Certification Requirement  

• Education: 

•   Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. 

• Certifications: 

• Possess a DoD 8140-compliant certification such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 

• Strong understanding of NNSA's relationships with DoD, DOE, and other federal entities, supported by robust professional certifications.
  
  Must have worked as a  CISSP/CSSP Manager 
  Must have experience in NNSA
  Must have Top Secret Clearance