Cybersecurity Information System Security Manager
SAIC is seeking a hands-on Cybersecurity Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to support a part-time program within the Department of War (DoW). This position focuses on leveraging Risk Management Framework (RMF), Continuous Monitoring (ConMon), and cybersecurity best practices to ensure the security posture of the system and operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, execute vulnerability management, and provide guidance on security compliance using tools and methodologies aligned with contract requirements. This is a remote / work from home position, approximately 10 hours per week. Duties and Responsibilities: Compliance Management: Ensure systems and processes comply with DoW Information Assurance (IA) regulations, RMF, NIST 800-53, and other applicable policies. Maintain and manage the Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycle, including ConMon of networks and systems. Conduct vulnerability assessments (e.g., with ACAS, STIGs) and execute remediation plans. Review security alerts to detect and assess potential anomalies. Conduct ConMon tasks, including Configuration Control Board (CCB) impact reviews, patching recommendations, and ATO delta documentation. Support vulnerability scanning efforts by reviewing scan reports, tracking mitigations, and documenting residual risks. Assist in maintaining RMF documentation—such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and archiving security artifacts in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS). Review and assess access logs and user activity reports to identify and report potential inconsistencies or anomalies. Use Jira for tracking cybersecurity and engineering activities facilitating ConMon of security measures. Manage cybersecurity incidents, including detection, response, documentation, and post-incident analysis. Report security breaches and other incidents to senior cyber authorities per DoW instructions. Support the creation and dissemination of program-wide security awareness initiatives. Serve as a bridge between Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and engineers. SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom. Apply To This Job