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Senior Manager Information Systems & Cyber Security

Senior Manager Information Systems & Cyber Security

Clearance JobsCharleston, SC, US
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Senior Manager Information Systems & Cyber Security

Adapt Forward is seeking a hands-on leader who thrives on both building and mentoring. As our Senior Manager of Information Systems and Cyber Security, you will architect, secure, and continuously improve a Microsoft centric enterprise environment while coaching a high performing team. You will be equally comfortable rolling up your sleeves in the Microsoft 365 admin center and briefing executives on compliance strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • IT Operations & Microsoft Platform
  • Own end to end administration of Microsoft 365 (Azure AD, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune)
  • Design and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless networks using Zero Trust principles
  • Automate routine tasks through PowerShell, Graph API, and Intune configuration profiles
  • Manage asset lifecycle and SaaS licensing for a growing, distributed workforce

Security Architecture & Hardening

  • Implement secure configuration baselines for Windows, macOS, mobile, and cloud workloads
  • Deploy and tune the Microsoft Defender suite (Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps, Intune MTD)
  • Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability management, and purple team style validation to drive continuous improvement
  • Maintain SIEM / SOAR detections and integrate log sources into Microsoft Sentinel
  • Compliance & Audit Readiness

  • Lead readiness and evidence collection for ISO 27001, NIST 800171, and CMMC Level 2 assessments
  • Map security controls to customer and regulatory requirements, develop POA&Ms, and track remediation
  • Author and maintain policies, standards, and procedures aligned with NIST CSF and CIS benchmarks
  • Coordinate third party penetration tests and manage incident response exercises
  • Leadership & Talent Development

  • Coach a small team of Systems and Security Engineers, setting clear OKRs and providing technical guidance
  • Foster a culture of learning, experimentation, and documentation
  • Partner with Program, HR, and Finance leaders to align technology strategy with business objectives
  • Own departmental budgeting, vendor management, and roadmap execution
  • Required Qualifications

  • US Citizen
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field and 8+ years of progressive IT experience
  • 5+ years administering Microsoft 365 and Azure AD at scale, including conditional access and MFA
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Microsoft Certified : Cybersecurity Architect Expert, or CMMC Pro
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal customers under DFARS and FedRAMP requirements
  • Demonstrated mastery of Microsoft Defender solutions and security hardening best practices
  • Proven leadership of at least two successful external compliance audits (SOC 2, ISO 27001, or CMMC)
  • Expert level PowerShell and experience with Infrastructure as Code or deployment pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps)
  • Familiarity with container security, secure software supply chain
  • Experience managing outsourced MSP / MSSP partners
  • Certifications

  • ITIL or PMP certification
  • Group ID : 90925688

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