Cybersecurity Information SystemsSecurity Engineer, SME

Overview

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a Cybersecurity Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support mission‑critical operations within classified DoD environments. In this role you will provide cybersecurity engineering support for classified networks and systems, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical information assets that support U.S. Space Force missions. You will assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of security solutions that protect against evolving cyber threats, conduct reviews, track action items, and provide recommendations in accordance with DoD, DAF, and IC cybersecurity policies and standards.

• Provide expert cybersecurity engineering and strategic guidance in support of mission‑critical DoD and U.S. Space Force programs
• Lead research, design, implementation, and assessment of cybersecurity solutions to meet program requirements and security objectives
• Support integration of security controls and architectures across classified systems and networks
• Ensure compliance with RMF, NIST, DoD, DAF, and IC cybersecurity requirements
• Conduct security assessments, program reviews, and risk analyses, providing recommendations to mitigate vulnerabilities and strengthen security posture
• Evaluate technical, schedule, and operational impacts of cybersecurity initiatives and system changes
• Support configuration management processes and assess security implications of proposed modifications to systems and architectures
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, program leadership, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to ensure successful execution of cybersecurity objectives
• Track cybersecurity‑related action items, compliance activities, and remediation efforts through completion
• Prepare and present technical findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership and government customers

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
• 15+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or systems security engineering within DoD or Intelligence Community environments
• Extensive experience implementing and managing cybersecurity requirements within the RMF process
• Strong knowledge of NIST, DoD, DAF, and IC cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices
• Experience supporting classified networks, systems, and mission environments
• Proven experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks while supporting mission and operational objectives
• Experience developing security architectures, implementing security controls, and supporting ATO activities
• Demonstrated leadership and recognized expertise as a cybersecurity subject matter expert

• Masters’ degree:
  Arts (MA), Science (MS), or Engineering (ME)
• Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of education
• DoD 8170 IASAE Level III (IAM Level III with relevant experience may be considered as a substitute)

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

U.S. Citizen required. A high‑level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Selected applicants will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties efficiently and may be required to lift up to thirty pounds.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

USD $ - USD $ / Yr.

US-NM-Albuquerque