Cyber Security Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

System Development & Compliance

• Plan and execute the deployment of unclassified information systems in alignment with U.S. Government regulations, including NIST 800-53, DFARS 252.204-7012, 252.204-7009, 52.204-21, and related standards.
• Conduct gap analyses on emerging systems and technologies at Point Blank Enterprises, develop remediation plans, and drive closure of identified compliance gaps.

Cybersecurity Standards & Certification

• Lead the development and implementation of cybersecurity standards and best practices to achieve and maintain Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance.

Classified Environment Authorization

• Oversee the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Assessment and Authorization processes under the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) for classified systems.

Policy & Documentation

• Develop, maintain, and enforce IT security policies, procedures, and standards to support cybersecurity objectives.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all IT security operations comply with corporate security policies, legal requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Project Security Integration

• Provide strategic guidance to IT projects and initiatives to embed appropriate security controls into new solutions.

Security Program Support

• Collaborate with the Facility Security Officer to ensure alignment with cybersecurity-related regulatory requirements.

Monitoring & Threat Detection

• Conduct regular security audits and monitoring to detect threats, including potential insider threat indicators.

Incident Response

• Participate in technical incident response and forensic investigations as needed.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface with U.S. Government agencies, customers, auditors, and third-party service providers to support cybersecurity initiatives.

Infrastructure Oversight

• Design and manage the development of security management infrastructure.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular and ad hoc updates to internal stakeholders and executive sponsors on cybersecurity status and timelines.

Training & Awareness

• Coordinate cybersecurity training programs for end users to promote awareness and compliance.

Project Administration

• Perform administrative tasks related to cybersecurity project implementation, support, and maintenance.

Firewall & Network Security

• Support firewall configuration and ensure alignment with company security requirements.

IT Collaboration

• Partner with IT teams to develop secure solutions for operational and project-based needs.

Data Center Maintenance

• Maintain environmental monitoring systems within the data center.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for internal process enhancements and recommend actionable solutions.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements across all areas of IT responsibility to enhance security posture and operational efficiency.

Safety & Quality Compliance

• Adhere to company safety and quality standards in all work activities.

Workplace Standards

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Additional Duties

• Perform other related tasks assigned to support the company’s cybersecurity mission.

Education & Experience:

• Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government personnel security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Security, or a related field, with:

• Minimum 7 years of IT experience, including 4 years in Security Management, or
• Master’s degree (MS) in a relevant discipline with at least 5 years of professional experience.

• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting IT-related tasks for Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.
• Familiarity with modern cybersecurity practices and emerging trends, including:

• Threat hunting and modeling
• Digital forensics
• Reverse engineering
• Phishing mitigation
• Penetration testing

• Prior experience working with U.S. Government or DoD entities preferred.
• Proficiency with cloud-hosted services, web-based applications, and server/service management.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts across various levels of management.
• Preferred Certification: IAM Level II or IAT Level III, in accordance with DoDI 8570.01-M (Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program).

Required Qualifications:

• Legal Requirement: Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) to comply with federal contracting regulations. Must be a US person as defined by ITAR.
• Language Proficiency : All candidates must be fluent in English, with the ability to speak, read, and write at a professional level.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Up to 10% travel required.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Manual dexterity and coordination required for handling documents and office materials.
• Occasional lifting of items up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal reaching above and below desk level.
• Frequent movement within the facility to complete tasks.
• Visual acuity and physical coordination are necessary for extended use of keyboard and video display terminals.
• Must be available for on-call support during non-business hours for IT emergencies.