Cyber Security Systems Engineer (ISSE)

About the role

Herndon, VA – TS/SCI with Poly. Bcore delivers impact to the mission through architecting critical IT solutions, producing actionable intelligence, and developing cutting‑edge technology. The Mission Services division combines enterprise IT, cloud solutions, DevSecOps, systems engineering, software development, and operational support. The Cyber Security Systems Engineer (ISSE) will support customer missions, modernize government missions, and protect the nation’s cyber interests.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years' experience as a Cyber Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE).
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree preferred in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to bridge technical and security languages for non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated skillset in security RMF and ICD‑503 documentation such as contingency plans (CP).
• Ability to gather artifacts in support of controls and risk elements for closure.
• Ability to take a new system through all Assessment and Authorization (A&A) phases to Authorization to Operate (ATO).
• Ability to understand and support the Continuous Monitoring A&A phase.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the ISSM, Security Controls Assessor, and Security Auditors.
• Ability to translate risk elements into Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate across organizations with leadership, project managers, and engineers to achieve requirements for ATD, IATT, and ATOD.
• Experience with security tools and reporting such as Greenlight, Rapid7, WebInspect, and Splunk.
• Experience with public and private cloud providers (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.).

Pay

The expected salary range within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is $180,000 – $205,000. Final compensation is unique to each individual and will be determined based on experience, education, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Stipends
• Referral Bonuses
• Additional benefits