Share Email Opening Title Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)  Category Security   Description Scope: Systems & Technology Research (STR) is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic ISSM to join our growing Security and IT organization. STR specializes in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence and homeland security applications, including sensor development, signal processing, computer vision, social media processing, cyber defense, and data analytics.  At STR, we foster a partnership between our technical staff and business operations professionals to provide innovative solutions to our nation’s toughest problems. The ISSM will be responsible for a portfolio of programs potentially spanning Collateral, SCI and SAP/SAR levels.  The candidate will support information system life cycle activities from rapidly establishing systems to support classified proposals, to scoping systems for new programs and preparing Risk Management Framework packages, to regular maintenance, support and upgrades of systems during program execution, to program close-out and de-certification activities.  The ISSM’s role is to support STR in meeting the needs of our technical customers while being compliant with Department of Defense and Intelligence Community requirements.  The ideal candidate will have a “yes!” attitude and an aptitude for collaborative problem solving, and will enjoy working in a dynamic environment. Job Description: Serve as Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for classified computers in DoD and Intelligence Community computing environments.  Maintain day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring of IS including security event log review and analysis. Ensure system security measures comply with applicable government policies.  Provide configuration management and accurately assess the impact of modifications and vulnerabilities for each system. Maintain thorough understanding of NIST 800-53 controls, and determine which controls are applicable to the application, as well as document implementation in Security Controls Tractability Matrix (SCTM). Provide support to the Lead Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining appropriate operation information assurance (IA) posture for programs. Conduct reviews and technical inspections (as prescribed by the Lead ISSM) to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses, and ensure that all security features applied to a system are implemented and functional. Assist the Lead ISSM in monitoring and resolving Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to mitigate system vulnerabilities on assigned Information Systems. Draft and/or prepare and maintain security Assessment and Authorization documentation (e.g., IA SOP, SSP, MSSP, RAR, SCTM) STR seeks to provide an outstanding work environment for its employees with excellent benefits and competitive compensation.  Full-time employees enjoy 401(k), profit sharing, health and welfare benefits, subsidies for training and conference attendance to foster continued learning and development, and a casual yet intellectually challenging work environment. Applicants must be US Citizens. STR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   Position Requirements Basic Qualifications: Experience as an ISSM implementing NISPOM Chapter 8, JAFAN 6/3, DCID 6/3, ICD 503, and/or JSIG IS requirements. Have or obtain CISSP certification per DoD Directive 8570.1 within 6 months upon being hired. Have an active TOP SECRET security clearance and ability to obtain SCI and SAP/SAR clearances. Experience with both Windows and Linux operating environments. Experience in a research and development environment where software and algorithms are developed. Experience in developing external customer relationships and communications (e.g., DSS, NRO, DARPA, IARPA, AF, Navy) Maintains awareness of upcoming customer / government driven changes and challenges and suggests approaches to meet those challenges Customer/mission focused Excellent time management skills; keeps commitments Desired Qualifications: Previous experience working as a security professional in a SAP/SCI environment Familiarity conducting vulnerability scans. Familiarity with the ODAA Baseline Standard requirements, Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF). Excellent communications skills (written & oral), ability to conduct IS user briefings. Bachelor’s degree in one of the following but not limited to:  Information Technology, Information Assurance, Computer Information Systems, or Criminal Justice. Experience in PERSEC, COMSEC and/or program security roles    About the Organization Systems & Technology Research (STR) is a rapidly growing technology company with locations north of Boston, MA, Arlington, VA and near Dayton, OH. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, trying to understand how to protect our society: from stopping malicious botnet attacks, to understanding cyber vulnerabilities, providing next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare to developing artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, but you go home at night knowing that you pushed the forefront of technology and made the world a little safer. We recognize that the world is changing, that it is becoming more connected than ever before, making things change faster than before, and reshaping society in the process. We all want to understand this changing world and leave it better for our work. We're not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!   EOE Statement STR is fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@stresearch.com and provide your name, phone number and email address. US Citizenship is required for all positions.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://SystemsTechnologyResearchLLC.appone.com

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