Cybersecurity - Senior Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Job Description
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The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Cybersecurity - Senior Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to join the team in Tukwila, WA.
The selected candidate will rely on cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) background to be a technical leader and support Enterprise activities and Boeing customers throughout multiple classified computing domains. The ISSM is responsible for ensuring all Information System Security policies, standards, and directives are enforced to support assessment, authorization and continued operation of information systems processing classified information.
Position Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to program leadership, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Lead the effort to develop and document best practices and methodologies for cybersecurity operations to ensure consistency and quality across the organization
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, present architectural designs, and provide updates on project progress
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, operations, and product management, to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables
• Provide guidance for enterprise implementation of AI within classified environments
• Utilizes cybersecurity principles to analyze existing systems and processes, identifying areas for optimization and waste reduction to improve overall efficiency
• Define, collect, analyze, and refine Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics for cybersecurity deliverables and team execution to ensure continuous improvement and accountability
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud computing, cybersecurity requirements, DevOps, and apply this knowledge to enhance our solutions
• Primary point of contact with DCSA for a large portfolio of NISP classified systems across multiple divisions and product lines

Additional Responsibilities:

• Apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to lead activities to strategize, plan, design, develop and verify highly-complex security solutions to meet enterprise needs
• Provide strategic guidance and consultation on enterprise execution of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), security compliance and monitoring, the delivery of technical reports/briefings, root cause analysis and resolution and information security policy, standards, guidelines and procedure development/implementation
• Oversee, develop, design and conduct research that results in new requirements management methodologies or results in unique approaches that mitigate assessment and review findings
• Provide mentoring and technical leadership to the information security enterprise community for developing and enhancing security solutions
• Integrate technical, cost, value and risk considerations into the secure product definition
• Explore and shape industry knowledge and methods, tools and processes applicable to security solutions
• Represent the company in industry or academic forums
• Interface with the appropriate government customers, suppliers, and company personnel to implement protective mechanisms and to ensure understanding of and compliance with cybersecurity requirements
• Prepare, review, and present technical reports and briefings
• Identify root causes, prioritizes threats and recommends and/or implements corrective action
• Explore the enterprise and industry for evolving state of industry knowledge and methods regarding information security best practices

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years
• Currently hold certification in good standing to satisfy IAM Level III (CISSP, GSLC, or CISM)
• 10+ years of combined experience and/or education in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity policies, and RMF implementation (e.g., DAAG, CNSSI 1253, ICD-503, JSIG, or NIST SP 800 series)
• 5+ years of experience with cybersecurity leadership overseeing programs and teams, authorizing risk decisions, coordinating stakeholders, and improving security and compliance
• 5+ years of experience communicating complex technical risks, translating impact, and advising senior leaders

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work or military experience
• 10+ years of experience as an information system security officer (ISSO) or information system security manager (ISSM) supporting classified programs
• 10+ years of experience utilizing security relevant tools, systems, and applications in support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) to include NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, Audit Reduction, and HBSS
• 10+ years of experience assessing and documenting test or analysis data to show cyber security compliance

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $207,400 - $280,600
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 03, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.