Information Systems Security Engineer; ISSE), Level 2; FORECASTED

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), Level 2 (FORECASTED)

Independent Software is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer to design, develop, and integrate secure systems that support mission-critical operations. You will assess computing environments for vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards, and recommend robust mitigation strategies to maintain strong security postures throughout the system lifecycle.

We offer opportunities to work on impactful programs that protect national interests, with a culture that supports technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Conduct technical security assessments of systems to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations
• Validate system security requirements and contribute to secure system architecture and design
• Design, develop, implement, and integrate cybersecurity components across systems including networked and enclave environments
• Collaborate with system architects and developers to apply consistent and effective security functionality
• Build secure architectures and ensure trusted relationships between external systems and environments
• Support security planning, risk analysis, risk management, and mitigation strategies throughout the system development lifecycle
• Review and contribute to documentation including System Security Plans and Risk Assessments
• Support compliance with the Risk Management Framework and organizational security policies
• Recommend and implement system-level security solutions that meet data protection requirements
• Interact with internal teams and customers to coordinate cybersecurity strategies and implementations

• Twelve years of experience as an Information Systems Security Engineer in programs of similar scope and complexity
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity principles including access control, authorization, authentication, PKI, and enterprise security architecture
• Experience designing secure environments for systems with multiple enclaves and varying classification levels
• Proficiency in risk management, vulnerability assessment, and system hardening
• Strong understanding of security engineering best practices and secure systems development

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, Systems Engineering, or related field
• In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of relevant ISSE experience may be substituted

• Must meet Department of Defense 8570.01-M requirements with a minimum certification of IASAE Level 2

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
• This position is contingent on contract award

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.