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Alternate ISSM / Classified Cybersecurity Associate Manager

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 710528BR Date posted: Nov. 10, 2025
Description:Security Clearance: Current Final Secret to start with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.

The Classified Cybersecurity Associate Manager will oversee the cybersecurity compliance of multiple national critical information systems. Responsibilities include:

• Lead Technical Security Operations: Lead and coordinate day-to-day information system security operations, providing expert guidance on all technical security matters in support of the ISSM.
• Cyber Talent Management: Attract, retain, and develop top cyber talent to ensure a skilled and effective security team.
• Authorization and Compliance: Review, oversee, and ensure the accuracy of RMF Package authorizations, and maintain up-to-date documentation of compliance actions within the approved automated compliance tracking system or develop a plan of actions and milestones (POA&M).
• Security Governance: Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies, practices, and procedures, and enforce compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Configuration Management: Ensure configuration management (CM) for security-relevant IS software, hardware, firmware, and system documentation, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Lifecycle Management: Maintain and ensure the accuracy of all information systems lifecycle management documentation, including system design, development, testing, implementation, and disposal.
• Change Management: Evaluate proposed changes or additions to the information system, assessing their security relevance and advising the ISSM on potential risks and mitigations.
• Education and Training: Develop and deliver security IS education and training programs.
• Audit and Risk Assessment: Participate in internal and external security audits and inspections, performing risk assessments and identifying areas for improvement.
• Incident Response: Assist in conducting analysis of computer security violations and incidents, and ensure proper protection and corrective measures are taken.
• Policy Implementation and Enforcement: Collaborate with the PSR to implement and enforce Information Security Policies and Procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
• Current Final Secret to start with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
• Current DoD 8570 IAM Level III certification, with a requirement to maintain certification throughout employment
• Proven experience with industry-standard Information Assurance tools, including vulnerability management and auditing tools
• Risk Management Framework and accreditation experience
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with non cybersecurity professionals in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing cybersecurity professionals
Desired Skills:
• Demonstrated technical experience in Windows and Nix based operating systems and command line
• Previous experience working with system accreditation requirements and RMF implementation
• Experience implementing complex technologies within large environments, possessing strong technical skills
• Understand Agile operations while possessing sound business acumen
• Experience setting up or using Tenable Nessus / Security Center
• Experience setting up or using Splunk
• Experience with scripting languages
• Experience working with other teams, managers, and program leadership to resolve items
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and 9 years of relevant work experience or a master’s degree and 7 years of relevant work experience
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $113,900 - $200,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Security
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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