ISSE

About the role

Bowhead seeks an ISSE. The candidate will be required to understand and document systems design and implementation that encompass multiple enclaves, including those with differing data protection and classification requirements. The role involves working with distributed architecture and cloud‑based systems for big data applications, and this position is 100% onsite.

Responsibilities

• Understand and document systems design and implementation across multiple enclaves with varying data protection/classification requirements.
• Create, review, and edit authorization documentation for completeness and accuracy in accordance with federal and DoD policy.
• Thoroughly understand and implement DoD RMF system accreditation processes.
• Assess use case and operational risk of integrated open source, GOTS, and COTS software components.
• Use vulnerability management systems, automated security scanning tools, and system accreditation record systems.
• Grasp new concepts, facilitate information exchanges for data gathering, and collaborate with diverse audiences.
• Follow established processes where applicable and establish and execute defensible processes where none are prescribed.
• Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management support.
• Recommend system‑level solutions to resolve security requirements and guide the development team in meeting security posture requirements.
• Support the Government in enforcing the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.
• Apply existing knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.
• Interact well with others to complete work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience as an ISSE on large multi‑tiered programs with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR 7 years relevant experience with a Master’s degree; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Experience implementing DoD system accreditation processes (DIACAP acceptable; RMF preferred).
• Must currently hold a security clearance at the minimum Secret level.
• Physical demands: able to lift up to 25 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and periodically twist, bend,