Information System Security Manager (Active Clearance Required)

Who you are

You have over 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, particularly in managing security for classified environments. Your expertise includes integrating security best practices into software development lifecycles and infrastructure design, ensuring that security is a fundamental aspect of all processes. You possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and are eligible for polygraph, which is essential for this role. You are skilled in conducting security risk assessments and vulnerability assessments, allowing you to identify and mitigate potential threats effectively.

Your experience includes maintaining and updating System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), ensuring that all accreditation documentation is current and compliant with regulations. You have overseen Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes, successfully obtaining and maintaining system Authority to Operate (ATO). Your leadership skills shine through as you provide mentorship to security team members, fostering a culture of cybersecurity excellence within your team.

You are well-versed in tailoring NIST 800-53 controls to fit the network environment, overseeing the implementation of Continuous Monitoring for respective programs. Your ability to collaborate with government security officials and stakeholders is crucial in addressing security gaps and improving controls across the organization.

Desirable

Experience with incident response efforts, including investigation, root cause analysis, containment, and reporting, is a plus. You are familiar with conducting regular audits and continuous monitoring to ensure ongoing compliance and system resilience. Your proactive approach to security and compliance will set the gold standard for protecting national security missions.

What you'll do

As the Information System Security Manager at Turion Space, you will be at the forefront of our next-generation security and compliance program. You will own the cybersecurity posture of our classified cloud enterprise, driving excellence in RMF and CSRM practices. Your role will involve integrating security best practices into our software development lifecycle and infrastructure design, collaborating closely with internal IT and engineering teams to ensure that security is embedded in every aspect of our operations.

You will conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability assessments, identifying and mitigating threats to our systems. Maintaining and updating System Security Plans (SSPs) and POA&Ms will be a key responsibility, ensuring that all accreditation documentation is accurate and compliant. You will oversee the Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes, working diligently to obtain and maintain system Authority to Operate (ATO).

In addition to these responsibilities, you will lead incident response efforts, including investigation, root cause analysis, containment, and reporting. Regular audits and continuous monitoring will be part of your routine to ensure ongoing compliance and system resilience. You will collaborate with government security officials and stakeholders to address security gaps and improve controls, making a significant impact on our security posture.

Your leadership will extend to mentoring security team members, fostering a culture of cybersecurity excellence within the organization. You will tailor NIST 800-53 controls to determine their applicability to our network environment and oversee the implementation of Continuous Monitoring for respective programs.

What we offer

At Turion Space, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting national security missions through innovative security practices and technologies. Join us in setting the gold standard for cybersecurity in the space industry.