Information System Security Manager Security Clearance

Position: Staff Information System Security Manager with Security Clearance
Location: Northridge

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us.

We have an immediate opening for an experienced Staff Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to work as a member of our Cyber Security team in Northridge, CA. This is an exempt full-time position reporting to the Sr. Manager, Cyber Security. The selected candidate must have an Active Top-Secret clearance and pass a counterintelligence polygraph. The candidate will support a variety of information systems at varying levels of complexity.

This position is a full-time, permanent, on-site position, hybrid and remote options are not available.

Primary responsibilities:

* Developing and implementing information security procedures, system security plans, SCTMs, test plans, and POA&Ms for the operation of networked and standalone classified computer systems, as well as coordinating government agency approvals/accreditations.

* Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration of exiting network infrastructures.

* Advising other ISSMs and ISSOs on best practices for compliant package creation, RMF processes, and other Cyber Security procedures.

* Conducting periodic system self-inspections/testing, system audits, media reviews and investigations of computer security incidents, and coordinating with other organizations for expertise as needed.

* Consulting on the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified computing systems.

* Interfacing with customers, executives, managers, and other leads to gather requirements, recommend solutions, provide status, and manage escalated Cyber-related issues/requests.

* Performing administrative control testing and validation and supporting technical control testing and validation.

* Providing customer service to end users of the information systems for cyber security-related requests and issues such as data transfers, user account management activities, software approval requests, end user cyber security training, and others as assigned.

* Assisting with product research and testing utilizing open-source resources as well as coordination with appropriate vendors.

* Generate training material for a variety of Cyber Security requirements including end user briefings, role-based training, and incident response tabletop exercises.

* Other duties, as assigned
We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:
Health & Wellness:
* Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

* Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

* Vision Reimbursement

* Fitness Reimbursement
Financial:
* Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan

* Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan

* Continuing Education Assistance
Work-Life Balance:
* Flexible Scheduling

* Paid Time Off (PTO)

* Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
What We Value:
* Creativity and innovation in solving challenges

* Integrity and responsibility in all actions

* Collaboration across teams and specialties

* Responsiveness in fast-paced environments

* Passion for national security and excellence
Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):
* Active TOP SECRET Clearance

* Must have a Security+ CE or equivalent certification for DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II or higher within 30 days of employment.

* Minimum of 8 years working as an ISSM/ISSO with at least 2 years of experience being in an ISSM role.

* Strong written communication skills including the ability to document/diagram information systems and procedures, produce RMF accreditation packages, create Cyber Security policies, and generate other security artifacts including but not limited to SCTMs, POA&Ms, SSPs, and RARs.

* Experience with Security Directives, Policies,…