Job Requirements
Hanscom AFB, MA
Top Secret/SCI Polygraph not specified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$114,400 - $176,800
Job Description
Position: TS/SCI ISSM
Duration: 6-Month contract-to-hire
Location: Hanscom AFB
Pay Range(Dependent upon level): $55-$85/hr
Required Skills & Experience
5-10 years of experience performing ISSM or senior ISSO functions supporting DoD or Air Force systems
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Strong hands‑on experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and A&A activities
Experience conducting security risk, vulnerability, and security impact assessments
Experience maintaining RMF artifacts (SSP, POA&Ms, SARs, control documentation)
Ability to assess and document security impacts of system changes and configuration updates
Experience supporting continuous monitoring, audits, and compliance reviews
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and leadership briefings
Knowledge of cybersecurity policies, NIST publications, and cryptographic fundamentals
Certification: CISSP, CISM, or CGRC (DoDI 8140‑approved, Basic or Intermediate)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Experience supporting cyber inspections, penetration tests, or external assessments
Experience with Air Force cybersecurity tools and systems (e.g., eMASS, ACAS, STIGs)
Experience participating in CCBs, working groups, and system design reviews
Experience supporting mission‑critical or classified environments (e.g., NC3 or weapons systems)
Prior experience serving as a cybersecurity subject‑matter expert to program leadership
Job Description
The Information System Security Manager (ISSM) is responsible for ensuring systems and applications comply with National, DoD, and Department of the Air Force cybersecurity requirements. This role leads Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, assesses security risks and vulnerabilities, evaluates the security impact of system changes, and ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems throughout the system lifecycle. The ISSM works closely with technical teams and leadership to maintain authorization, support continuous monitoring, and uphold system cybersecurity posture.
Duration: 6-Month contract-to-hire
Location: Hanscom AFB
Pay Range(Dependent upon level): $55-$85/hr
Required Skills & Experience
5-10 years of experience performing ISSM or senior ISSO functions supporting DoD or Air Force systems
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Strong hands‑on experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and A&A activities
Experience conducting security risk, vulnerability, and security impact assessments
Experience maintaining RMF artifacts (SSP, POA&Ms, SARs, control documentation)
Ability to assess and document security impacts of system changes and configuration updates
Experience supporting continuous monitoring, audits, and compliance reviews
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and leadership briefings
Knowledge of cybersecurity policies, NIST publications, and cryptographic fundamentals
Certification: CISSP, CISM, or CGRC (DoDI 8140‑approved, Basic or Intermediate)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Experience supporting cyber inspections, penetration tests, or external assessments
Experience with Air Force cybersecurity tools and systems (e.g., eMASS, ACAS, STIGs)
Experience participating in CCBs, working groups, and system design reviews
Experience supporting mission‑critical or classified environments (e.g., NC3 or weapons systems)
Prior experience serving as a cybersecurity subject‑matter expert to program leadership
Job Description
The Information System Security Manager (ISSM) is responsible for ensuring systems and applications comply with National, DoD, and Department of the Air Force cybersecurity requirements. This role leads Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, assesses security risks and vulnerabilities, evaluates the security impact of system changes, and ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems throughout the system lifecycle. The ISSM works closely with technical teams and leadership to maintain authorization, support continuous monitoring, and uphold system cybersecurity posture.
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