Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The ISSM’s primary function serves as a principal advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of information systems under their purview.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and manage the organization's information security policies, procedures, and controls.
• Lead the development of security standards and best practices for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate information security risks.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Recommend and implement risk-reducing strategies and solutions.
• Maintain system authorization packages and ensure continuous monitoring of systems under frameworks like RMF (Risk Management Framework).
• Accomplish obtaining and maintaining the ATO for the our Cyber Defense Network.
• Coordinate and lead security audits, assessments, and inspections.
• Develop and oversee incident response plans and procedures.
• Oversee implementation and monitoring of security controls for hardware, software, and networks.
• Work with IT and system administrators to ensure systems remain secure through patching, configuration management, and access controls.
• Ensure secure design and architecture of systems throughout the development lifecycle.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be US Citizen
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in information security.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.