Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Job overview

The Alternate Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) role is onsite in Raleigh, NC. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Applied Research Associates’ classified systems, with primary emphasis on a SIPRNet environment connected to the DoDIN. The alternate ISSM provides day-to-day cybersecurity oversight and supports authorization readiness, continuous monitoring, and assessment preparation. The role maintains security documentation and eMASS records, coordinates with technical stakeholders, and helps keep assigned systems secure and inspection-ready.

What you'll do

• Serve as Alternate ISSM for assigned classified systems and maintain cybersecurity compliance and risk visibility.
• Support RMF and ATO lifecycle activities, including control implementation, assessment support, authorization packages, and continuous monitoring.
• Develop and maintain security plans, assessment records, POA&Ms, risk documentation, inventories, diagrams, and evidence.
• Administer and quality-check eMASS records.
• Support government reviews, change-control processes, incident response, urgent vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity policies and procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

alternate issm

information systems security

raleigh nc

applied research associates

classified systems

siprnet

dodin

rmf

ato

emass

dcsa

dod top secret clearance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The employer describes benefits including health, life and disability coverage, retirement, flexible spending, rewards and recognition, work-life balance, professional development, and relocation.

Why this role

The posting requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance; SCI eligibility is preferred. The role emphasizes SIPRNet and DoDIN-connected classified environments.

About the employer

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.