GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Active Secret Clearance | Masters Degree | 8 Yrs Experience 

ACES is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Information System Security Manager (ISSM) III to lead and oversee the organizations comprehensive information security program. In this critical role, the ISSM III will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining security policies, procedures, and controls that ensure the protection of sensitive data and information systems. The successful candidate will ensure the seamless integration of cybersecurity measures across all enterprise systems, working proactively to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. The ISSM III will also serve as the primary point of contact for security audits and external assessments, ensuring that all security documentation is up-to-date and that the organization remains prepared for both scheduled and ad hoc evaluations.

Please call or email today if interested ([email protected] / 660-441-1689).

OPPORTUNITY

• Contract Length: 5 Years
• Work Location: Philadelphia, PA
• Clearance: Active Secret
• Start Date: Jan/Feb 2026

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Experience: Masters degree in STEM or IT. 8 years in cybersecurity program management. Certifications: IAM-II (CISSP, CISM, GSLC, CAP)
• Technical: Coordinate and manage efforts to maintain continuous accreditation readiness, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal regulations and standards. This includes collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, conducting regular security assessments, overseeing incident response activities, and providing expert guidance on best practices for information security.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and oversee execution of all assigned project tasks, ensuring all deliverables meet NSWCPD, NAVSEA, and contract requirements for scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Direct day-to-day project activities and ensure work is executed in accordance with the approved Statement of Work (SOW), technical instructions, and established project baselines.
• Collaborate closely with Government Project Managers to capture key milestones, define performance objectives, and maintain an integrated project schedule that aligns with mission priorities.
• Supervise on-site contractor personnel, providing direction, mentoring, and oversight to ensure high-quality performance, adherence to cybersecurity and safety policies, and compliance with contract deliverables.
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules with complete resource loading, task dependencies, and critical path analysis to accurately forecast workload and identify schedule risks.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of all deliverables and technical work products to ensure compliance with NSWCPD standards, accuracy, and consistency before submission to the Government.
• Monitor performance and progress, tracking key metrics such as earned value, schedule variance, and resource utilization to identify trends and proactively address performance issues.
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation, including progress reports, cost and schedule updates, performance metrics, and monthly Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL A001) submissions.
• Communicate regularly with Government leadership to provide clear, concise updates on program status, risk mitigation activities, budget execution, and contract performance outcomes.
• Facilitate issue resolution and risk management, escalating challenges to appropriate stakeholders and implementing corrective actions to maintain project alignment with mission objectives.
• Support process improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance project efficiency, reporting accuracy, and quality assurance practices across all task areas.