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Senior Cyber Security Engineer/Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, D.C., Washington
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 16, 2025
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Cyber Security - Information Systems Security Manager ( ISSM) in Dayton, OH or Washington D.C. As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer / Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) with MTSI you will support a customer operating out of Wright Patterson AFB) in Dayton, OH or Washington D.C.. Position requires travel up to 20%, as required by the Government. The ISSE serves as the Program Office's information security professional responsible for conducting information system security engineering activities that capture and refine their requirements and ensures security is integrated into system and security architecture designs. The ISSM works with the Systems Engineering teams to incorporate cyber resiliency objectives, techniques, and design principles into all engineering and development efforts throughout the systems development life cycle (SDLC). Responsibilities: Participate in acquisition meetings (PMR, PDR, CDR, etc.), concept of operation (CONOP) working groups, change boards, technical exchange meetings and other similar activities. Work between architecture-level and implementation-level engineering meetings to maintain a system-wide view of security functions and apply risk mitigation strategies at the appropriate level. Advise customer on Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization issues Develop and implement a security assessment plan Perform risk assessments and make recommendations to DoD agency customers Advise government program managers on security testing methodologies and processes Evaluate authorization documentation and provide written recommendations for authorization to government PM's Develop and maintain a formal Information Systems Security Program Ensure that all IAOs, network administrators, and other cyber security personnel receive the necessary technical and security training to carry out their duties Develop, review, endorse, and recommend action by the AO or DAO of system assessment documentation Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media Develop and execute security assessment plans that include verification that the features and assurances required for each protection level function Develop policies and procedures for responding to security incidents, to include investigating and reporting security violations and incidents Ensure proper protection or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered within a system Ensure that data ownership and responsibilities are established for each authorization boundary, to include accountability, access rights, and special handling requirements Ensure development and implementation of an information security education, training, and awareness program, to include attending, monitoring, and presenting local cyber security Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities to ascertain whether additional safeguards are needed Assess changes in the system, its environment, and operational needs that could affect the authorization Ensure that authorization is accomplished a valid Authorization determination has been given for all authorization boundaries under your purview Qualifications:* Required Qualifications: 12+ years' technical experience in cybersecurity, information technology with focus on cybersecurity implementations. Firm understanding of the DoD 8500.1-M, DoDM 5205.07, Volume 1, Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53, Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) Number 503. Experience with EMASS, XACTA or equivalent RMF tools. Education Requirements:* Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, networking, or programming. Certification Requirements in one or more of the following: Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8140 for Information Assurance Manager Level II Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP or (CISSP-ISSEP/CISSP-ISSAP) Clearance Requirements: Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility SAP experience desired #LI-DB1 #MTSIJobs Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security. Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year Flexible schedules 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.