Information System Security Manager (ISSM)

Start Date: Immediate JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation OVERVIEW Full-time/Permanent Employee Location: Remote, preferred Boston, MA or Dayton, OH As Chief Architect, you will provide technical leadership across complex U.S. Air Force programs, guiding the integration of systems engineering, software delivery, cloud platforms, and digital engineering capabilities. You will establish the architectural vision, principles, standards, and technical roadmaps needed to connect mission needs with executable program solutions. Working across Government, contractor, and mission-partner organizations, you will shape architectures that support capability development from concept and requirements through design, integration, test, deployment, sustainment, and modernization. You will promote disciplined systems engineering, model-based approaches, modular open systems, secure software factories, and reusable digital infrastructure while balancing mission effectiveness, affordability, schedule, cybersecurity, interoperability, and technical risk. You will serve as a senior technical authority, align diverse engineering teams, resolve cross-domain architectural issues, and communicate complex technical decisions to program leadership, customers, and stakeholders. RESPONSIBILTIES Direct the utilization and management of information systems and technologies that automate organizational operations Ensure secure implementation and compliance of enterprise-level technology, communication systems, and technical equipment Oversee the development, review, and approval of backup and disaster recovery plans Perform operational risk assessments and implement effective mitigation strategies Maintain training materials and provide user training on organizational technologies Manage IT budgets and track services costs to align with organizational objectives Design, deliver, and continuously improve software strategies and standard operating procedures for IT systems Identify and integrate emerging technologies to enhance organizational processes and performance Analyze business needs and ensure software and services align with and contribute to desired outcomes Develop, maintain, and manage service-level agreements with partners and vendors Evaluate overall IT operations, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to optimize performance Demonstrate advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve deployment and environmental issues Supervise, coordinate, and provide leadership to assigned staff, including performance management and compliance with company policies Estimate staffing needs, assign work, and manage hiring and separation processes for technical and entry-level professionals Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded Identify and forward to leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area Participate in growth efforts as requested Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings (with camera on) Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements Perform other related duties as assigned KEY QUALIFICATIONS Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master’s with 6 - 8 years of experience. Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory capacity, directly managing technical teams or professionals Demonstrated experience in conducting operational risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies Strong understanding of enterprise-level technologies, IT systems management, and cybersecurity practices Proven experience managing IT budgets and aligning expenditures with organizational goals Expertise in vendor management and establishing service-level agreements Proficiency in identifying and integrating emerging technologies to improve operational processes Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to address and resolve complex IT issues Excellent communication, leadership, and team coordination abilities PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with government or defense-related IT compliance frameworks and regulations Experience leading IT modernization initiatives and process automation projects Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent in information security management Working knowledge of DevSecOps, ITIL, and Agile methodologies in IT environments Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional IT teams and driving organizational change Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.