Corporate Information Security Officer (CISO)/Corporate Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Innovative Defense Technologies
United States, Virginia, Arlington
4401 Wilson Boulevard (Show on map)
Oct 13, 2025
Description Background Information: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Corporate Information Security Officer (CISO)/Corporate Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to be based in our Arlington, VA office.Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. The company is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results. Overview: The Corporate Information Security Officer (CISO)/Corporate Information System Security Manager (ISSM) will support the Corporate Cyber Security Program, Compliance Program, and Classified Operations Cyber Programs. Reporting to the CIO the role will Institute and maintain consistent security and compliance practices across all IDT systems and engineering platforms in both unclassified and classified environments. We are looking to hire a visionary yet hands-on individual to drive security maturity, enable product innovation, and ensure trust in our systems/platform - especially as we expand into AI. You will own our Cyber Security team, guided by FedRAMP standards. This position reports to the Chief Information Officer. This is a hybrid position with a minimum of 50% on-site in Arlington. All applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance. Responsibilities Include: Operate and maintain the Cybersecurity Operations Platform Author, Design, Implement and Validate Cybersecurity requirements for third-party authorizations up to and including CMMC Level III (Controlled Unclassified Information) Oversee a team of ISSM's and security engineers in the detection, containment and response of cyber threats and incidents across a hybrid cloud/on-premises enterprise IT environment Craft reports and supervise key Cybersecurity metrics (e.g, KRIs, KPIs) Promote industry best practices for incident response, cybersecurity analysis, case and knowledge management, and SOC operations Analyzes Cybersecurity tools for procurement, deployment, and integration efforts within the Company Oversees the management of the Cybersecurity competency for the Company, including talent management, development, recruiting, and retention Providing technical and managerial leadership to engineers and managers in multiple locations across the United States Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent full-time professional experience - Master's Degree preferred 10 Years of Professional Experience in Cybersecurity, including at least 5 years in a Senior Leadership (Senior Manager, Director, VP) role, managing and overseeing a security department or function Industry-recognized Security Leadership certification, including but not limited to: CISSP, GRISC, CISM, C\|CISO Required Skills: Experience leading an Incident Response function, preferably within a Security Operations Center (SOC) Role Preferred Skills: National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), The 32 Code of Federal Regulations Part 117 and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM) requirements Working knowledge of the DoD's Risk Management Framework as well as NIST 800-171 (Controlled Classified Information) and Industry CMMC Experience SOC Leadership Experience, including managing, configuring and overseeing SIEM solutions (Splunk, Solar, SentinelOne, etc) Experience building and deploying security solutions in a Cloud (e.g, Microsoft Azure) environment Leadership of large teams of technical professionals Competencies: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail with high level of accuracy and confidentiality Initiative, reliability, teamwork and customer service orientation Strong organization and planning skills EEO Statement: IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.