Information System Security Engineer; ISSE), Level 3

Position: Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Level 3
Responsibilities

Join Arcfield's rapidly expanding team of Cyber professionals! We are seeking talented Mid-level Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE), to provide critical Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support for a prestigious National customer.

Note:

An offer for this position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Support Security Programs and Processes:

* Support the development and maintenance of security programs and processes based on NIST, RMF, and industry best practices.

* Assist in documenting and following ISSE practices and security engineering principles, referencing NIST SP 800-160.

* Ensure system security requirements are clear and align with Government standards.

Identify and Manage Risks and Vulnerabilities:

* Assess potential security risks, recommend mitigation actions, and provide input on Government decisions.

* Identify and manage vulnerabilities in IT systems, applications, and hardware, and ensure proper remediation is implemented.

* Conduct technical evaluations of vulnerabilities, threats, and risks, and help in standardizing risk management processes.

Contribute to Secure Architectures and Integration:

* Assist in designing, developing, and implementing secure IT and SCADA/ICS system architectures.

* Recommend effective security solutions, including network security measures, that ensure systems remain safe from attackers.

* Help integrate and support cross-domain security solutions while collaborating with relevant teams.

Prepare Documentation and Ensure Compliance:

* Prepare and update necessary security documentation, including RMF documents, and help prepare for ATO authorizations.

* Participate in meetings, working groups, and reviews to provide input on security-related concerns and solutions.

* Document decisions, action items, and outcomes for official meetings and deliver reports in required formats.

Provide Technical Guidance and

Collaboration:

* Work with leads, subject matter experts, and Government representatives to align security efforts with program and agency objectives.

* Support security assessments of new systems, features, or technologies being introduced into the organization.

* Monitor and implement industry best practices for managing vulnerabilities and improving systems security.

Evaluate and Implement Solutions:

* Research and recommend new security tools, countermeasures, or technologies to address emerging threats.

* Assist in navigating security risks for terrestrial, space, and mission-critical systems, ensuring operations can continue in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

Required

* Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

* BS degree with 8-10 years' experience, MS degree with 6-8 years' experience, PhD with 3-5 years' experience.

* 10 or more years of Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE) Support experience

* One or more of the following certifications:

* CISSP-ISSEP

* CISSP-ISSAP

* CISM

* CISSO

* CISSP

* CISSP-ISSMP

* FITSP-M

* GCIA

* GCIA

* GCSA

* GICSP

* GSEC

* GSLC

* Knowledge of best practices when implementing security controls including:

* SW engineering methodologies

* Security engineering methodologies

* Security engineering principles

* Secure coding techniques

* Coordinate activities with A&A stakeholders

* Knowledge of and experience with:

* ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process

* Networks, computer components, protocols, and COTS technology

* System methodologies including client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers

* SW integration of COTS and GOTS products

* Virtualization platforms and technologies

Desired

* A STEM degree

* Education relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science

* Experience in technical project management

* Technical experience in:

* Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OS

* Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, VMware, Xen, Hyper V

* SW engineering

* Program design and implementation

* Configuration management

* System maintenance

* Integration testing

* IS engineering

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.