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VERUS RESEARCH LLC
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)/Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO)
United States
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
About the opportunity
Job Details: Job Location: Uptown - Albuquerque, NM,
Salary Range: Undisclosed,
Work Location: In-person, Albuquerque, NM, USA
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $158,000 per year
Schedule: 8-hour shift Monday to Friday
Verus Research is searching for an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)/Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO) to lead and execute cybersecurity activities and to help safeguard critical government systems by applying hands-on ISSM experience to security governance, risk evaluation, and CMMC compliance. This position will also serve as the AFSO under the direction of the Facility Security Officer (FSO). The ISSM/AFSO is ideal for cybersecurity professionals who have previously served as an ISSM and are seeking to transition into a dedicated risk, audit, and compliance position where they can influence security posture across multiple systems and programs. The candidate’s work will help ensure the integrity, security, and compliance of our IT systems by identifying potential risks, validating critical controls and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Verus Research is committed to solving our customers’ most challenging technical problems and seeks solution-oriented individuals to enhance our team’s ability to thrive in this role.
NM.Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the ISSM/AFSO role will possess a strong understanding of NIST SP 800-53, DoD cybersecurity requirements, and control implementation / assessment practices to include CMMC readiness compliance oversight. Familiarity with Windows/Linux environments, vulnerability tools, and security baselines. This posting is for work in Albuquerque,
Success in this demanding position will stem from:
- US Citizenship
- Mid-Level to Senior with 7-10 years of experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a Cybersecurity or IT related field required
- License/Certification: IAM Level III certification – CISSP: required, GSLC or CISM: recommended
- Experience: Cybersecurity or Information Systems (ISSM): 5 years required and understanding of NIST SP800.171 Revision 2 and 3.
- 5+ years of experience with NIST 800 53, Risk Management Framework, and secure system operations
Benefits
Supplemental pay types: Bonus opportunities Signing bonus
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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