Diligent Consulting Inc

Information System Security Manager - Cybersecurity SME

AETC - Randolph AFB, TX - Full Time

We're Hiring: Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) / Cybersecurity SME

Location: Randolph AFB – HQ AETC A5T/A6
Company: Diligent Consulting, Inc.
Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Are you an expert in Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Information Assurance (IA)?
Join Diligent Consulting, Inc., a respected and growing small business delivering cybersecurity excellence to the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command (HQ AETC) at Randolph Air Force Base.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) / Cybersecurity SME to support multiple programs’ Assessment and Authorization (A&A) efforts under NIST, DoD, Air Force, AETC RMF policies, and FISMA.

Your Role:

As part of the ISSM Team, you’ll deliver expert-level RMF and IA support to HQ AETC A5T and A6. This includes:

  • Leading and performing system-level RMF lifecycle activities in accordance with DoD and Air Force policy

  • Acting as the ISSM for assigned systems and supporting associated ISSOs

  • Developing and maintaining RMF security packages in eMASS

  • Supporting the creation and management of POA&Ms, validation statements, and all required ATO documentation

  • Assisting Program Managers with security artifacts such as:

    • Access Control Plans

    • Configuration Management Plans

    • Contingency Plans & COOP

    • Incident Response Plans

    • Cybersecurity Tasking Order responses

  • Providing compliance guidance for AETC IT investments and C-ISP TEFD solutions

  • Interfacing with stakeholders such as PMs, INOSC, IA Managers, AFNIC, and DAAs

Required Qualifications:

  • Active DoD Secret Clearance

  • IAM Level II Certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP, CASP+, SecurityX)

  • 2+ years of DoD cybersecurity experience in accordance with DoD 8570.01–M

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
    (or Associate’s degree + 3 additional years of experience)

Additional Desired Skills:

  • Strong communication skills with experience developing and delivering formal briefings

  • Expertise in RMF principles and process execution

  • Deep familiarity with eMASS data entry, validation, and workflow

  • Experience developing certification and accreditation packages

  • Understanding of the roles of PMs, INOSC, IA Manager, AFNIC, and DAAs

Why Diligent?

At Diligent, your expertise doesn’t get lost in the crowd. We value our team, offer room for advancement, and provide the opportunity to make a real impact. Your success is our success—and your work will be recognized.

Ready to make your mark on AETC’s cybersecurity mission?
Apply today and bring your RMF expertise to the next level with Diligent!

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