Information Security Systems Manager

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Work Arrangement

Ability to work on-site in Dayton, OH, with 20% travel to our Florida site to support related security projects.

We are seeking an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) with extensive hands‑on experience driving cybersecurity compliance within a defense contractor environment and leading classified network security initiatives, ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-53, DFARS , and 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).

• Lead and manage the security posture of classified SIPR networks, ensuring compliance with DoD security policies and CMMC requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation to protect classified systems.
• Own and manage system accreditation packages with hands‑on experience using eMASS and Xacta, ensuring Authority to Operate (ATO) maintenance.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses, proactively mitigating threats to classified systems.
• Oversee and drive incident response procedures for classified environments, ensuring timely reporting and mitigation of security incidents.
• Administer and optimize security tools and technologies, including HBSS, ACAS, and SIEM solutions.
• Collaborate with government security agencies, internal teams, and executive leadership to ensure compliance and address security concerns.
• Ensure compliance with DoD 8570/8140 certification requirements and maintain appropriate cybersecurity credentials.
• Support and lead security inspections, audits, and self‑assessments to uphold regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

• Expert knowledge of RMF, NIST 800‑53, DFARS 252.204‑7012, CMMC, and 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).
• Proven experience managing system accreditations with eMASS and Xacta.
• Strong leadership experience in building and managing security teams.
• Hands‑on experience with HBSS, ACAS, SIEM solutions, and other cybersecurity tools.

• Bachelors Degree in cybersecurity, IT, computer science, or other related field preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  CISSP, or equivalent (Security+ CE alone is not sufficient).

• 2‑5 years of hands‑on experience as an ISSM within a defense contractor environment, leading cybersecurity compliance initiatives.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Information Technology

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Airlines and Aviation, and Computer and Network Security

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

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