Information Systems Security Engineer

Location

Fort Belvoir, VA, or Columbia, MD, US

On-Site, Full Time

Clearance

A current and active secret clearance is required and therefore, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.

Summary

Northstrat is seeking an experienced and driven Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE).  The candidate will perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirements. The candidate should understand distributed architectures and cloud-based systems for big data applications. Must be local to Columbia, MD or Northern Virginia. 

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Will create, review, and edit authorization documentation for completeness and accuracy in accordance with federal and DoD policy.  
• Will use vulnerability management systems, automated security scanning tools, and system accreditation record systems.  
• Must be able to grasp new concepts, facilitate information exchanges for data gathering, and collaborate with diverse audiences.  
• Will 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 the security posture requirements.  
• Support the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.  
• Must apply existing knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments. 
• Must be able to interact well with others to complete work. 

Required Skills

• Must have 5+ years of experience as an ISSE with large multi-tiered programs and Bachelors in related field; OR 3+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 11 years relevant experience. 
• Experience implementing DoD system accreditation processes (DIACAP acceptable and RMF preferred) for a new system through ATO.  
• Experience implementing complex security controls and effectively mitigate risks. 
• Experience building out a BOE. 
• A working knowledge of TCP/IP suite of protocols and services, computer architectures, and network topologies is required. 
• Experience with DISA STIGs and SRGs, vulnerability management systems, mitigation, and compliance processes, and reviewing results from automated security scanning tools. 
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II (SSCP, Security+, CCNA-Security, or GSEC certification) is required. 
• Computing Environment certification is required. 
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team is needed. 

Northstrat does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.