812137 Cyber Security Engineer $195,000.00

About the role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Cyber Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our technology‑based program supporting a key Government customer. The position requires a Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with a polygraph and involves maintaining and optimizing the accreditation process using the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ICD‑503 security accreditation for various assessment and authorization (A&A) efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage RMF and ICD‑503 documentation, including contingency plans.
• Gather artifacts to support controls and risk elements for closure.
• Guide new systems through all A&A phases to achieve Authorization to Operate (ATO).
• Support the Continuous Monitoring phase of A&A.
• Communicate effectively with ISSM, Security Controls Assessors, and Security Auditors.
• Translate risk elements into Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Coordinate across organizations, leadership, project managers, and engineers to meet requirements for ATD, IATT, and ATO.
• Utilize security tools and reporting platforms such as Greenlight, Rapid7, WebInspect, and Splunk.
• Work with public and private cloud providers (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.).
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Mandatory Requirements

• Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with a polygraph.
• Minimum 11 years of experience as an ISSE.
• Demonstrated expertise in RMF and ICD‑503 processes.
• Ability to take a system through all A&A phases to ATO.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and proactive approach to accreditation.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to bridge technical and security language for non‑technical audiences.
• Experience creating and managing contingency plans.
• Proficiency in converting risk elements into POA&M.
• Experience with security tools such as Greenlight, Rapid7, WebInspect, and Splunk.
• Familiarity with public and private cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).

Compensation

Salary up to $195,000 per year.

Schedule

Core hours: 9 am – 4 pm.

Benefits

• Outstanding salaries and performance bonuses.
• Full Vanguard 401(k) plan with 100 % employer match up to 6 % of salary; ability to max out contributions ($57k, $63.5k if over 50).
• Annual phantom stock awards (2‑year vesting).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options (UHC, United Concordia, VSP).
• Short‑term disability (60 % of salary up to $2,000/week) and long‑term disability (60 % of salary up to $10,000/month) through Mutual of Omaha.
• Life insurance coverage of $200,000 through Mutual of Omaha.
• Employee referral bonus of $3,000 per year per referred hire.
• Seven weeks of paid time off per year, including ten federal holidays.
• Flexible work schedule with compensatory time (subject to customer approval).

Company Information

B4Corp is a small defense‑contracting firm focused on providing an optimum environment for mission‑focused, highly skilled consultants supporting the U.S. intelligence community and other defense organizations. The company emphasizes low overhead, high efficiency, and a compensation package that puts employees first.