The Mission Essential Group, LLC (MEG), is a premier service provider of information management solutions for complex, mission-critical needs. MEG has earned a reputation as an innovator and pioneer. Headquartered in Fairfax, VA, MEG employs professionals in offices located throughout the United States and around the world. MEG offers a competitive benefits package including a competitive salary; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; paid-time off; and retirement benefits.
MEG is a leading provider of Information Management system engineering, software development, information assurance, system sustainment and is the primary provider of technical support for the Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS) Enterprise. IBS is the worldwide Department of Defense (DoD) joint program for transporting intelligence, surveillance & reconnaissance (ISR) and targeting data to all levels of tactical and strategic operational users.
IBS provides global, 24/7, dissemination of time sensitive Indications & Warning and Force Protection data to Joint Warfighters and Collaborating Nation partners conducting military operations around the world. MEIS serves a vital role in supporting the IBS Enterprise, providing continuity in skills crucial to support military operations. MEIS integrates the talents and skills of team members to form an IBS Enterprise Support Services Team to provide world-class IBS customer support.
MEG provides innovative software tools, technical services, and rapid development of solutions to support end user requirements. As such our systems and products require are high level of quality and configuration management to ensure they meet and/or exceed customer expectations.
The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) is a hands-on position that requires an advanced knowledge of information assurance principles and regulatory guidance to develop, certify, accredit, and maintain information systems that are integral to our customers, our business, and the success of our security program. The position is located at the company Headquarters in Fairfax, VA.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with the IT/Security staff and Facility Security Officer (FSO) to ensure the highest level of security, and to obtain and maintain ATOs for multiple information systems.
- Lead a team of ISSOs in accordance with RMF and provide tasking to keep programs on schedule.
- Familiarity with Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process
- Maintain the Information Systems (IS) security program and policies for assigned area of responsibility.
- Manage the oversight of operational IS security implementation policy and guidelines.
- Oversee/conduct periodic testing to evaluate the security posture of the IS.
- Ensure approved procedures are used for sanitizing and releasing system components and media.
- Manage/assist with the development and implementation of an effective IS security education, training, and awareness program.
- Maintain a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.
- Ensure compliance of current Information Assurance (IA) policies, concepts, and measures when designing, procuring, adopting, and developing information systems
- Manage/assist with data transfer responsibilities other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Requires an Active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- DoD 8570 IAM Level II/ IAT Level II Certification
- Proficient with: DAAPM, CNSSI 1253, ICD-503, STIGs, SCAP, IAVA, and/or NIST 800-53
- Experience with eMass
- National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements—and the ability to work with the FSO to implement and maintain systems per NISPOM standards
- Working knowledge of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and guidelines to include but not limited to 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model
- Developing and maintaining Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M)
- Risk Management Framework Authorizations
- Requires an Active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, a related field, or corresponding certification
- Minimum of Five years of ISSM or ISSO experience
- Experience managing a SIPRNet connection.
- Extensive knowledge and administration of Windows based environments
- Knowledge of JWICS policies and procedures, and ability to manage the connection.
