Information System Security Engineer; ISSE

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

The Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) is a contingent, onsite position in Camp Pendleton, CA.

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• Determine client security control requirements.
• Implement security controls in Marine Corps Compliance and Authorization Support Tool (MCCAST).
• Conduct annual review of each MCCAST record’s security controls via testing, examining, or interviewing.
• Assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures utilized by system(s).
• Assess threats to and vulnerabilities of computer system(s) to develop a security risk profile.
• Identify and direct remediation of technical problems encountered during testing and implementation of new systems (e.g., identify workarounds for communication protocols that are not interoperable).
• Identify, assess, and recommend cybersecurity or cybersecurity‑enabled products for use within a system and ensure that recommended products comply with the organization’s evaluation and validation requirements.
• Work with customer to determine functional needs, develop secure architectures, and communicate security best practices and policies.
• Document solutions for any network‑related security configurations for network architecture or current fielded programs and experiments.
• Develop, implement, and document best practices for setting up and securing network devices, applications, servers, databases, and appropriate system components.
• Perform cybersecurity hardening and security monitoring on network infrastructures (STIGs, patching, ACAS scanning, etc.).
• Manage/maintain security‑related configurations within the network based on operational requirements.
• Incorporate cybersecurity vulnerability solutions into system designs (e.g., Cybersecurity Vulnerability Alerts).
• Provide guidelines for implementing developed systems to customers.
• Provide input to the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process activities and related documentation.
• Provide support to security/certification test and evaluation activities.
• Ensure that security design and cybersecurity development activities are properly documented.

• Completion of a CNSSI 4014 – Information Systems Security Officers (ISSO) qualified course or equivalent.
• CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Experience with Marine Corps Information Security programs, authorization procedures and requirements as well as interacting with higher military headquarters elements.
• Active Security Clearance – Secret.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) Certification.
• GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC).
• Completion of CID M09BN
  J1 Cybersecurity Technician course.
• Completion of CNSSI 4013‑System Administrators qualified course.
• NDU CISO certificate – Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, education, and experience. $115,000 – $135,000.

November 27, 2025.

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases.
• Flex time provides you with the flexibility needed.
• 11 Company‑Paid Holidays & Float days per year.
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested.
• Up to $5,250 per year on Education and Training Assistance.
• Low‑cost medical plans that include company‑sponsored HSA.
• No‑cost life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• And much more!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action‑Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.