Isse​/Isso - levels - Cleared Polygraph REQ Security Clearance

Job Overview

ISSE / ISSO – multiple levels – fully cleared with polygraph required. Locations:
Columbia, MD;
Annapolis Junction, MD;
Fort Meade, MD;
Hanover, MD;
Laurel, MD. Open to candidates with US citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph.

• TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph required.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Level‑dependent experience: Level 04 – minimum 15 years; Level 03 – minimum 12 years; Level 02 – minimum 9 years; Level 01 – minimum 6 years of experience directly related to Information Systems Security Engineering/Operations within the last 5 years.
• High School Diploma minimum.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher.
• Experience as an ISSO/ISSE with emphasis on Defense‑in‑Depth principles, network, and enterprise security architecture.
• Application of NIST SP 800‑53 and RMF procedures.
• Familiarity with STE/STN requirements.
• Knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, and encryption techniques/tools.
• Experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure security requirements are met.
• Experience preparing and maintaining SSPs and other security documentation.
• Experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program.
• Experience performing day‑to‑day security operations of large, complex information systems.
• Optional:
  DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 2 or 3.
• Optional: ISSEP, CISSP certifications.
• Ability to maintain appropriate operational security posture.
• Support continuous monitoring, audit, and remediation of security non‑compliance, vulnerabilities, and risks.
• Assist the information systems security manager in preparing the system for periodic reaccreditation.

Pay range: $85,000 – $270,000 per year, depending on level and qualifications. The range is a general guideline and not a guarantee.

• Affordable healthcare with 80% employer‑paid premium plus company‑funded HSA.
• Dental insurance with 100% employer‑paid premium.
• Vision insurance with 80% employer‑paid premium.
• Life insurance 100% employer‑paid.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability 100% employer‑paid.
• Annual training, continued education, and professional membership reimbursement.
• Access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, AWS, and Net App training and accreditation.
• Annual reimbursement for technology (phones, computers, printers, etc.).
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting after 90 days of employment.
• Professional development investment and paid time off for training.
• Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, California, Florida, and Hawaii.
• Team building events throughout the year.
• Leadership team engagement and mentorship.
• Performance recognition program.
• Complimentary branded apparel.

Constellation Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All applicants are considered regardless of citizenship, low‑income status, or military/veteran status.

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