Special Access Program; SAP Information Security System Manager; ISSM

Job Summary

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force. Open: 17 Feb 2026 - Closed: 3 Mar 2026. The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is currently seeking a full-time Special Access Program (SAP) Information Security System Manager (ISSM) (Job  M) to work in the AFNWC Special Programs Directorate at Kirtland Air Force Base near Albuquerque, NM.

This position is a NH-2210-04 which has a typical 2026 salary range of $127,141-$194,417 (locality pay included). This position is not eligible for remote or full-time telework; situational-based agreements may be available at the discretion of the hiring manager.

AFNWC requires a 2-page resume format. Please use the provided link to learn what to include in your resume: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). If you submit a resume that is more than 2 pages, you may receive an error message. Submit no more than a 2-page resume to be considered. Provide all academic degrees, professional military education and any other professional certifications on your 2-page resume.

Recruitment and/or relocation bonuses might be offered upon review. Candidates may be asked to provide three professional references upon request.

IMPORTANT

• Serve as the Center ISSM and senior technical advisor for SAP activities throughout the Center; directs, leads, plans, organizes and manages Cybersecurity and IT programs and activities.
• Implements and interprets policies and procedures as they relate to SAP IT Management and Information Assurance.
• Collaborate closely with the Center SAP GSSO to ensure that AFNWC’s SAP security and cybersecurity programs are robust and in compliance with SAP policies and procedures.
• Lead and coordinate cybersecurity efforts across the Center, proactively identifying challenges and implementing effective corrective actions, and evaluating emerging technical concepts and management strategies of critical importance.
• Reviews and assesses cybersecurity initiatives and protection measures, ensuring consistent application across platforms, systems, and organizational boundaries.
• Develop strategic goals and objectives that align with organizational Acquisition Security priorities and SAP Policy requirements.
• Leads and/or oversees SAP IT/Cybersecurity taskers sent out by DoW, SAF, MAJCOM or other organizations.
• Serves as AFNWC’s primary liaison and information conduit for cybersecurity policies, taskers, and issues among DoW, DAF, AFMC, AFNWC CC/CA, SAP IT Authorizing Official (AO), ACSP, local units, and geographically separated units (GSUs).
• Advises and briefs senior leadership within DAF, AFMC, and AFNWC on the current status of all IT systems within the Center.
• Provides strategic cybersecurity management solutions supporting both short- and long-term organizational business, financial, manpower, and operational planning; oversees cost, schedule, and performance aspects of cybersecurity activities.
• Develops, prioritizes, and monitors organizational security performance goals and mission objectives; formulates and implements operating procedures, acquisition IT security concepts, and execution plans.
• Serves as the ISSM for Center SAP compliance inspections and Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) and is an augmentee for MAJCOM inspections.
• Conducts risk-based assessments to support the issuance of Risk Management Framework (RMF), Approvals to Operate (ATO) or Approvals to Connect (ATC) for all Information Systems operating within AFNWC’s SAP Facilities (SAPFs).
• Ensures all AFNWC SAP GSUs maintain full compliance with applicable DoW, DAF, AFMC and Center directives, manuals, and instructions pertaining to cybersecurity policies and practices.
• Provides cybersecurity and IT expertise and support as required to the SAP IT Authorizing Official.
• Maintains and regularly updates a consolidated, authoritative inventory of all Government SAP IT systems…