Information Systems Security Manager

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Maryland, Annapolis
123 Main Street (Show on map)
May 28, 2026
MTSI Defense Services Division is seeking an experienced Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to lead cybersecurity efforts for a Navy-centric environment focused on ensuring the security and compliance of information systems. As the ISSM, you will play a key leadership role in managing and overseeing the security posture of information systems, ensuring their compliance with DoD standards and the Risk Management Framework (RMF). You will work across multidisciplinary teams to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the program's critical systems and data. You will be supporting onsite operations independently with the potential to grow a small team for scaling cybersecurity capabilities. You'll be a great fit for this role if: You have 8+ years of combined experience working in defensive/offensive cybersecurity, information assurance, penetration testing, or related fields. You have knowledge of the Department of Navy and Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), including digital infrastructure/environments, DevSecOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD), and continuous Authority to Operate (cATO). You have proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining multi-level security architectures across cloud, infrastructure, and platform applications. You have strong technical expertise in identifying and developing cyberspace operations requirements, processes, and security controls. You have experience designing and operating enterprise security controls and conducting incident response. You have analytical skills to assess capability development requirements, system architectures, and emerging cybersecurity technologies. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You have the ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment with changing priorities. You have the ability and motivation to learn new skills in an evolving information security landscape. You are willing to travel up to 20% as required. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Certificates in cybersecurity, specific systems, or tools may be accepted in lieu of a degree on a case-by-case basis. Active Secret clearance required, with the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI eligibility. Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems. Certification Requirements: IAM Level 2: CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP). Even better if you have these desired skills: Proficiency in using security tools such as Splunk, ArcSight, Microsoft Sentinel, FortiSIEM, SwimLane, QRadar, and LogPoint for monitoring, assessing, and reporting system security vulnerabilities. Hands-on experience with security monitoring, log analysis, threat intelligence, and digital forensics to identify and respond to system anomalies. Experience with defending against known attack vectors. The pay range for this position in is $160,000/year to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled. 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.