Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab$105K — $290K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field
  • 8+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience
  • Active DoD 8140 Level III certification
  • 5+ years of experience with RMF, DAAPM, NISPOM, JSIG or equivalent frameworks
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SSBI

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance of classified systems with government and APL regulations
  • Lead development and maintenance of Security System Plans (SSPs)
  • Conduct periodic compliance reviews and audits
  • Serve as primary point of contact for IS security inspections
  • Support the CISO in the Classified Information Security Program

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment with diverse team strengths
  • Opportunity to contribute to national security cyber missions
  • Engagement in cutting-edge technologies and research areas
  • Strong emphasis on compliance and security in operations
  • Potential for advancement in security roles and responsibilities
Full Job Description
Description

Do you love solving problems while enabling impactful research to operate securely?

Are you passionate about making meaningful contributions to national security cyber missions?

Do you like collaborating with a team with varied strengths to tackle complex problems which enable research across space exploration, cybersecurity, national defense, and cutting edge technologies?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

As an Information System Security Manager...
  • Your primary responsibility will be to ensure classified systems follow government and APL regulations while still meeting program demands and operating in an accredited state.
  • You will lead all aspects of SSP development, maintenance, accreditation/re-accreditation, and oversight, including conducting periodic reviews to ensure compliance.
  • You will function as lead contact for IS security inspections, tests, and reviews by oversight authorities.
  • You will support the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Chief of Classified IT Compliance in carrying out the Laboratory's Classified Information Security Program.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Have acquired a BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field, 8+years of relevant cybersecurity experience, and a current DoD 8140 Level III certification.
  • Have 5+ years working with the RMF, DAAPM, NISPOM, JSIG or other equivalent security frameworks.
  • Are an outstanding communicator in both written and verbal forms.
  • Hold an active Top Secret security clearance with a current SSBI. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Have worked as an Auditor, ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, Security Architect or Cyber Risk Manager for 5+ years.
  • Held cybersecurity positions in classified DoD or IC environment for 8+ years.
  • Currently have active TS/SCI, or TS/SCI+poly security clearance

Minimum Rate

$105,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$290,000 Annually

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
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