Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

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Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
* Use cyber defense tools for continual monitoring and analysis of system activity to identify malicious activity.
* Document and escalate incidents that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment.
* Perform cyber defense trend analysis and reporting.
* Perform security reviews and identify security gaps in security architecture resulting in recommendations for inclusion in the risk mitigation strategy.
* Work with stakeholders to resolve computer security incidents and vulnerability compliance.
* Provide advice and input for Disaster Recovery, Contingency, and Continuity of Operations Plans.
* Perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture, and develop a security risk management plan.
* Perform risk analysis whenever an application or system is implemented or changed.
* Assure successful implementation and functionality of security requirements and appropriate IT policies and procedures.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
* Ability to configure and review security functions of information systems.
* Ability to conduct security analyses, including security configurations and risk assessments.
* Familiarity working with DoD/IC Security Control Assessors.
* Familiarity with C2G/C2C interconnected systems and/or Wide Area Network (WAN) environments.
* Understanding of virtual environments and containerization tools/technologies.
* Ability to identify systemic security issues based on the analysis of vulnerability and configuration data.
* Ability to apply techniques for detecting host and network based intrusions using intrusion detection technologies.
* Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
* Strong interpersonal skills with effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Clear and structured thought processes and coherent decision making skills.

Education
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity/Information Technology or equivalent field of study required.

Experience
5-7 years of experience as an ISSM, or performing as an ISSO, implementing DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), DoD Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), and/or Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503 Risk Management, Certification and Accreditation requirements.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Current in scope Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.