Hiring: Information Systems Security Manager Company: Persistent Systems, LLC Location: Fort Collins, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 13:16:01 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Project Management, Risk Management, SCA, Security Clearance, Visio About the job Experience: •Five years of professional experience in DoD cybersecurity and compliance, managing security authorizations, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining cybersecurity bodies of evidence •Demonstrated familiarity with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-53 security controls, DoD Instruction 8510.01, and EMASS processes •Operational familiarity with security and compliance scanning tools such as ACAS, Nessus, SCAP, etc. •Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex compliance timelines •Must be available to travel up to 40% of the time Required Skills: •Direct and manage all Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance efforts for DoD systems •Coordinate with and respond to the Authorizing Official (AO) office regarding ATO-specific items, timelines, and requirements •Conduct comprehensive documentation audits and updates to ensure ATO/RMF compliance for regular authorization renewals •Provide expert compliance and risk analysis inputs for proposed system changes, integrations, and technology insertions •Compile comprehensive risk assessments and lead the submission of EMASS packages through authorization workflows •Partner cross-functionally with cybersecurity engineers to ensure thorough, timely risk remediation •Partner cross-functionally with network engineers, cybersecurity engineers, and Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) to ensure the currency and accuracy of system documentation •Direct incident response exercises and vulnerability and compliance scanning activities at all levels of the system to reduce or eliminate active threats Qualifications: •Bachelor’s or higher degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related technical field •Additional advanced certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or GIAC GSLC •Four or more years of experience as a lead ISSM, particularly in a prime contractor or program office role •Deep knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies including STIGs, SRGs, FIPS, Common Criteria, and NIAP validation standards •Understanding of tactical network architectures, hardware security, and software supply chain security •Certification as required by DoD 8140 (formerly DoD 8570) for ISSM role (e.g. Security+, CISSO, CCSP, CCISO, etc.) •Currently hold or have the ability to obtain United States Secret security clearance Compensation: •$134,000 - $163,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!