Information System Security Manager (ISSM) III

Paragon Cyber Solutions

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Information System Security Manager (ISSM) III to join our team in support of a critical defense program based at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). This position is contingent upon contract award.As the ISSM III, you will play a central role in the development, implementation, and oversight of information security policies, procedures, and systems to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of mission-critical systems. You will provide strategic leadership for cybersecurity compliance across the program and support certification and accreditation activities in accordance with DoD and NIST frameworks.Requirements
  • Serve as the senior Information Assurance and cybersecurity advisor for assigned systems.
  • Implement and enforce DoD cybersecurity policies and standards in accordance with DFARS 252.239-7001 and Privileged Access Agreement requirements.
  • Manage cybersecurity strategy, including personnel, infrastructure, security architecture, policy enforcement, risk assessments, emergency response planning, and training.
  • Oversee the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle for DoD systems and ensure appropriate security controls are applied and documented.
  • Coordinate across cross-functional teams and government stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity requirements are met.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable DoD cybersecurity directives and standards, including DIACAP/RMF and NIST SP 800-53.
  • Maintain all documentation necessary for system accreditation and continuous monitoring.
  • Support site inspections, audits, and cybersecurity reporting activities.
Education
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or other related STEM field from an accredited college or university.
Experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience managing and implementing organizational information security programs.
  • Demonstrated experience in areas such as security strategy, compliance, infrastructure, cyber operations, security engineering, and emergency response.
Certifications (one or more required):
Must meet IAM Level II DoD 8140/8570.01-M requirements with at least one of the following certifications:
  • CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)
  • CASP+ CE (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
  • CISSP (or Associate) (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
  • CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer)
  • HCISPP (HealthCare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner)

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