Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain security authorization documentation in alignment with DoD and federal cybersecurity policies
• Implement and guide the team through the Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation lifecycle
• Perform in-depth assessments of open-source, GOTS, and COTS software for security risks and integration viability
• Utilize and interpret results from vulnerability management platforms and automated security scanning tools
• Recommend and validate system-level mitigations to meet required security postures and accreditation criteria
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure secure design and implementation practices across cloud-based big data systems
• Support government efforts in securing trust boundaries and interconnection agreements with external systems
• Contribute to the establishment and optimization of defensible security processes where existing policy is absent
• Apply knowledge of IA policy and enterprise cybersecurity architecture to secure networks, compute environments, and enclave systems
• Facilitate productive engagement with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders across technical and policy domains

Requirements

• 9+ years as an ISSE on large-scale, multi-tiered programs
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; or 7+ years with a Master’s degree; or 13+ years with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong working knowledge of TCP/IP, networking fundamentals, and common enterprise architectures
• DoD 8570 compliance at IAT Level II (Security+, SSCP, CCNA-Security, or GSEC required)
• Experience with DISA STIGs/SRGs, system hardening, and compliance tools and workflows
• Familiarity with RMF accreditation packages, POA&Ms, and eMASS or similar A&A systems
• Hands-on experience using security scanning tools and interpreting scan results to drive mitigation strategies
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance required

Desired Experience

• CISSP-ISSEP certification strongly preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.