
Lead Information System Security Officer
Leidos
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Alexandria • Maryland • Virginia • United States
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Salary
💰 $131,300 - $237,350 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Develop, maintain, and execute the Cybersecurity Operations Plan (CYP) for the program.
- Ensure compliance with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), FedRAMP, FISMA, and DoD cybersecurity policies and standards.
- Collaborate with Information System Owner (ISO), Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), and Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to implement and validate security controls.
- Monitor and oversee the security posture of DoD information systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
- Maintain and update security policies, procedures, and documentation to align with DoD requirements.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.
- Provide expert guidance on RMF processes and cybersecurity best practices.
- Lead and manage a team of 8-15 direct reports, providing mentorship and performance evaluations.
- Develop and deliver cybersecurity training and awareness programs for staff.
- Coordinate with external stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity requirements are met.
- Prepare and present cybersecurity reports and metrics to senior leadership.
- Respond to and manage cybersecurity incidents and breaches.
- Ensure timely updates and delivery of the CYP based on government feedback.
- Support the development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and initiatives.
- Enhance customer success and outreach to support the warfighter.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university OR offerings listed in DoD 8140 Training Repository, CISM, CASP or GSLC certification.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Experience with NIST RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA, and DoD cybersecurity policies and standards.
- Proven track record of developing and executing cybersecurity plans and strategies.
- Strong understanding of security controls and risk management processes.
- Experience conducting security assessments and audits.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage and mentor a team of cybersecurity professionals.
- TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance.
Benefits
- competitive compensation
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
cybersecurity operations planNIST Risk Management FrameworkFedRAMPFISMAsecurity assessmentssecurity controlsrisk management processescybersecurity strategiescybersecurity incidents managementcybersecurity training
Soft Skills
leadershipmentorshipcommunicationteam managementcollaborationperformance evaluationscustomer successoutreach
Certifications
CISMCASPGSLC