Highly Classified Section Supervisor

Are you passionate about Cyber Security and looking for meaningful work securing the technological infrastructure of an organization’s classified systems and networks? Do you look for opportunities to mentor and support staff to success? Are you eager to have an impact on the standard of excellence of an organization?

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a dedicated Information System Security Manager to help provide oversight to ensure protection of APL's classified information systems and infrastructure.

As a member of our team, you'll contribute to information system security management and oversight of our classified information systems in support of real world, mission driven needs. You'll join an impressive team of technical specialists who are motivated by one common goal – securing our systems to enable national security missions. You'll be an active contributor to the safeguarding of all APL's classified systems. With your help, we will provide information assurance, self-inspection, and policy guidance for Windows and Linux-based systems in multiple classified facilities. You'll be part of a team to ensure that APL classified infrastructure remains secure and in compliance with government standards.

We are ranked as one of Computerworld's Top Places to Work in IT three years running and we are seeking a Section Supervisor to provide leadership in the Classified Compliance Group within the Information Technology Services Department (ITSD). This group is responsible for the security and compliance of over two hundred secure facilities across the JHU/APL campus.

This role requires both leadership and technical expertise.

As a Section Supervisor you will.

• Lead and mentor a highly-technical team of 10 to 15 motivated cybersecurity professionals working on mission IT and cybersecurity compliance tasks. Services include the design, implementation and support of clients, servers, InfoSec, storage, and network for facilities supporting several hundred systems and several thousand users in secure facilities. Services are delivered using service management, and project management best practices.

• Engage regularly with mission program and project staff members to ensure section staff are aligned on mission priorities and to communicate progress.

• Work closely with the Group Supervisor and Program/Project Managers to ensure proper staffing of tasks and to resolve staff/resource/facility conflicts.
• Recruit, develop, and oversee a diverse and highly skilled workforce with expertise in the core technical areas of the Group. Define expectations, coach performance, and provide professional development. Identify and develop key talent.

• Assist the Group Supervisor in shaping group policy and developing an execution plan for the group mission. Identify training needed to build and sustain the technical capabilities of the section. Ensure cybersecurity and engineering “best practices” are followed, and maintain a high quality of work.

And be qualified in one of the following roles:

As an Information System Security Manager…

• Participate as senior member of the team responsible for developing and maintaining formal Information Security Program and policies.
• Ensure the development, maintenance and oversight of System Security Plans (SSPs) in our environment of over 300 information systems. Review SSPs developed by ISSOs and ensure they are accurate. Ensuring the development of system certification documentation.
• Responsible for investigating and reporting security violations and incidents, as appropriate. Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with internal security policies and practices outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP).
• Conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance with SSPs. Function as lead contact for IS security inspections, tests, and reviews by oversight authorities.
• Support the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Chief of Classified Compliance in support of the Laboratory's Classified Information Security Program.
• Be a liaison with assigned sponsor programs during their Assessment of JHU/APL.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you.

• Possess a BS degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, related field or equivalent experience.
• Have a minimum of 8 years of experience in cyber security in classified environments within the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community with a minimum of 5 years of experience overseeing or directly supporting information system security programs.
• Have at least 5 years of experience working in classified facilities as an Auditor, ISSO, ISSM (or combination thereof)
• Hold a current DoD 8570 certification (IAM Level II or III).
• Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and are able to obtain a TS/SCI poly level clearance. Current SSBI required. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience of the Classified Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NISPOM, or JSIG or other equivalent security frameworks.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with managers and technical staff.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and the understanding of customer focus.
• Minimum of 5 years writing System Security Plans (SSPs) as an ISSO or related role.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience leading technical teams delivering solutions to complex IT problems, including strong prioritization, organization, planning, teamwork, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you.

• Experience with commercial cloud solutions in support of classified programs.
• Experience with government networks at University Affiliated Research Centers.
• Some practical experience with programming / scripting languages.
• Working familiarity with Director of Central Intelligence Directives (DCID), Intelligence Community Directives (ICD), and/or JSIG security requirements.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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