ODNI Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Defense Information Systems Agency

$110K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of specialized IT experience, including program management and INFOSEC assessments.
  • Familiar with NIST 800-37, NIST SP 800-39, NIST 800-53, and CNSS 1253 security controls.
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex INFOSEC information effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to mentor junior staff and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage staff in implementing and maintaining INFOSEC programs within ODNI.
  • Develop and approve security plans and measures to protect ODNI information.
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA and other relevant security policies during system deployment.
  • Define security requirements and engineering solutions for new systems.
  • Represent ODNI in IC-wide security forums and advocate on critical info security issues.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
  • Access to various federal employee perks designed to support work-life balance and career satisfaction.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Possibility of relocation expense reimbursement based on funds availability.
  • Commitment to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution.
Full Job Description
Serve as an expert an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) within Office of Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), leading staff responsible for the strategic planning and management of Information Security (INFOSEC) programs and activities. Lead, guide, and oversee professional staff responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining INFOSEC programs within ODNI; review, approve, and develop security plans for ODNI and develop security measures to safeguard information against unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure. Provide expert direction and guidance to ensure that information systems that are developed, deployed, operated, implemented, and supported in a manner consistent with INFOSEC policies and procedures. Lead the planning, development, and implementation of ODNI's security processes to ensure they operate effectively and are compliant with the Federal Information Systems Security Management Act (FISMA) and other relevant policies, guidelines, and procedures. Lead the development, and implementation of ODNI's security policy and technical requirements for system design and operations; serve as an information security expert and consultant for both internal ODNI components and Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders. Define and develop information security requirements and engineering solutions for new systems and guide the definition and review of system security plans. Represent ODNI's position on key information security issues and advocate on the behalf of the ODNI at IC-wide INFOSEC forums (i.e., the Information Security Program Council (IPC)) and other critical collaborative security specific forums. Collaborate directly with senior security managers charged with developing security guidelines for the IC. Lead, cultivate, and maintain productive working relationships with security colleagues, counterparts, and ODNI senior leadership to share information of interest, explain the specifics of security programs and procedures, and, when appropriate, present, justify, defend, negotiate, and/or settle matters involving significant or controversial issues. Develop and implement ODNI's security policy and technical requirements for system design and operations; provide preliminary information security advice and recommendations to both internal ODNI components and Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders. Develop information security requirements and engineering solutions for new systems, review system security plans, and make improvement recommendations. Provide support to senior ISSMs and/or CSG Division Chiefs charged with developing security guidelines for the IC and ensuring that security processes are compliant with appropriate federal requirements. Maintain productive working relationships with security colleagues, counterparts, and ODNI senior leadership to share information of interest and explain the specifics of security programs and procedures. Lead a team of professional staff and assess performance, collaborate and oversee goal setting, and provide feedback on personal development. Demonstrated knowledge of NIST 800-37 Risk Management Framework. Demonstrated knowledge of NIST SP 800-39 Managing Information Security Risk. Demonstrated knowledge of NIST 800-53 and/or CNSS 1253 Security Controls. Conditions of employment • Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States • Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI) • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. • A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI. Qualifications Mandatory Requirements: Familiarity of ODNI's information technology infrastructure including operating systems, major application systems, and network architecture. Familiarity of ODNI's information technology security environment, business requirements, and risks. Familiarity of ODNI's INFOSEC policies, procedures, and practices, as well as the implications of those policies on component Information Technology (IT) systems and security issues. Expert program management, analytic, and critical thinking skills, including a superior ability to conduct INFOSEC program assessments, identify needs and requirements, and develop process improvement recommendations for the successful implementation of ODNI's INFOSEC programs. Superior ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex information in a clear, concise manner that is targeted to and meets the needs of diverse audiences with different perspectives and objectives. Superior ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment, mentor junior colleagues, and utilize strong organizational and interpersonal problem solving skills. Superior ability to establish regular contact with high-level internal and external resources and customers, supplying or seeking information on security programs and issues; superior use of tact when expressing ideas or opinions to senior leaders, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Superior ability to listen to, clarify, and convey an understanding of others' ideas, comments, and questions, and integrate and build upon diverse opinions in a manner that encourages the formation of integrated solutions and positions. Must have a degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. Desired Requirements: Minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience. IT related experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT Certification). IT- related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies (Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving). CISM, CASP/SEC+, CISA, CISSP and/or CCNA/CCNP or the ability to obtain within 1 year of assignment. Education Bachelor's Degree Additional information This position aligns to the ODNI GSIT pay scale, which ODNI is currently offering for IT Engineers, IT Project Managers, and ISSMs. Contact ODNI HRM for more information. JOB INTERVIEW TRAVEL Candidates from outside the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. SALARY DETERMINATION The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to GS employees on the basis of individual qualifications, experience, and performance. Individuals whose current GS grade is equivalent to the grade of the advertised position will retain their current grade and step. Individuals who transfer to the ODNI from a non-GS pay scale will have base pay converted to the appropriate GS grade and step as determined by the Chief of Human Resource Management. Current federal employees whose current GS grade is lower than the grade of the advertised ODNI position will have pay set at his or her current grade and step. In some cases when a current federal civilian employee applies for an ODNI position that is a lower grade than his or her personal grade, the candidate's personal grade will be downgraded to the grade of the advertised ODNI position and pay will be set at the step that is closest to, and not less than, the employee's current annual base rate of pay, not to exceed the maximum step rate of the GS grade to which assigned. RELOCATION EXPENSES For new ODNI employees, reimbursement for relocation is discretionary based on availability of funds. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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