Network Information Security Manager

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* Job Title:

** Network Information Security Manager##
** Department:
** MERC##
** College/Division:
** Mercer Engineering Research Center
** Primary Job Posting

Location:

** Warner Robins, GA ##
** Job Details:
** Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers. The Network Information Security Manager performs Cybersecurity Maturity Model audits for compliance under the supervision of the Director of Network Systems and Information Assurance.
** DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Provides oversight of Network Systems cybersecurity personnel or other personnel as assigned.
* Manages vulnerability remediations.
* Interprets and applies NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171 requirements and communicate implications to stakeholders.
* Advises management and the Network Systems team on risk levels, vulnerabilities, and overall security posture across the MERC IT infrastructure.
* Collects, analyzes, and maintains data required for cybersecurity reporting and compliance activities.
* Ensures security improvement actions are properly evaluated, validated, and implemented.
* Coordinates cybersecurity checklists, testing activities, and reviews processes for the IT environment.
* Evaluates system and infrastructure changes to confirm that baseline security safeguards remain compliant.
* Participates in information security risk assessments as part of the Security Assessment and Authorization process.
* Contributes to the development, review, and maintenance of System Security Plans, policies, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
* Prepares, distributes, and maintains plans security-related plans, procedures, guidance, and standard operating procedures for network system(s) operations.
* Tracks audit findings and ensures timely and appropriate mitigation actions.
* Supports the development and maintenance of cybersecurity policy standards and implementation strategies.
* Ensures remediation plans and POA&MS are created and maintained for vulnerabilities identified through assessments, audits, and inspections.
* Supports ongoing compliance activities, including configuration guideline adherence and continuous monitoring.
* Assists with continuous validation of organizational compliance with applicable policies, guidelines, procedures, regulations, and laws.
* Works effectively within hybrid cloud and on premises environments.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
*** US Citizenship is required.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
* An undergraduate degree in Cybersecurity or Information Technology with a cybersecurity focus from an accredited institution and at least 2 years of directly related experience; or an associate’s degree from an accredited institution and 6 years of directly related experience.
* CISM, CISSP or equivalent certification is required.
* Ability to assist with or develop Systems Security Plans, policies and POAMs for compliance programs.
* Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
* Service-oriented written and oral communications skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with users, peers, and vendors.
* Solid knowledge of IT infrastructure components and operations.
** DESIRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

** CISM, CISSP or equivalent certification is required.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT MERCMERC is a non-profit research institute of Mercer University, a private university founded in 1833. Established in 1987 in Warner Robins, GA, MERC employs more than 200 engineers, scientists, professors, and support staff, who provide sustainable research solutions to government agencies, the Department of Defense, and commercial customers around the world. Warner Robins and the middle GA area are located 90 miles south of Atlanta and within easy driving distance of both the beach and mountains.

The area is known for its Southern-style music, food, and restaurants and has a rich cultural and art presence, along with excellent health care and schools. MERC offers a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation/sick leave accrual, and holiday pay.
**** Why Work at Mercer University
**** Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including
** comprehensive health insurance** (for self and dependents),
** generous retirement…