Description:
If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Senior Information Assurance & Cybersecurity Manager.
Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Work Schedule: Part-Time, 8 hours per week, Onsite.

GENERAL SKILLSET

• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and individually
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed

SPECIFIC SKILLSET

• Lead and oversee full-spectrum Information Assurance (IA) and Cybersecurity operations
• Direct and support Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation, continuous monitoring, and security authorization packages (e.g., Xacta, eMASS, LatteArt).
• Act as Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) across classified environments, maintaining compliance with NISPOM, DCID 6/3, ICD 503, DAAPM, and related policies.
• Manage security audits, incident response, remediation strategies, and policy enforcement across enterprise and site-level operations.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and assessment of secure networks, ensuring compliance with ICD 705 and related physical security standards.
• Support management of COMSEC and access controls.
• Interface directly with DoD/IC customers, inspectors, auditors, and accreditation bodies to ensure alignment with government cybersecurity standards.
• Lead and mentor cybersecurity teams and develop documentation supporting enterprise and program-level IA goals.
• Utilize scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell) to streamline compliance, auditing, and reporting processes.
  Requirements:

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (e.g., MS in Computer Systems Management / IA)
• CISSP certification preferred
• ISSM CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) is preferred
• CompTIA CySA+ preferred

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven leadership role managing large-scale security programs
• Strong familiarity with tools like Xacta, eMASS, Nessus, LatteArt, and various SIEM/Audit platforms
• Expert-level knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, DAAPM, ICD 503, NISPOM, and JSIG
• Experience with SCIF design/build projects and managing facility-level security programs
• Demonstrated success in responding to cybersecurity incidents across multiple classification levels
• Previous roles in DoD or Intelligence Community environments, with responsibilities including ISSM/ISSO/ISSE/IA Manager functions
• Familiarity with systems’ IATT and ATO processes
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Information Assurance & Cybersecurity Manager with 25+ years of experience in IT systems security, network architecture, certification & accreditation (C&A), and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) for classified and unclassified systems. The ideal candidate will bring in-depth knowledge of the DoD, Intelligence Community (IC), and NIST/RMF frameworks to lead cybersecurity initiatives, manage enterprise-wide compliance programs, and support mission-critical national security systems.