Cyber Defense IASAE (Information Assurance Security Architecture and Engineering)

VTG Defense; Sully Square (VA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG Defense seeks experienced IA professionals for Level 2 and Level 3 Cyber Defense IASAE roles in Chantilly, VA. Position is contingent upon program award.

The responsibilities include designing and securing information system architectures, implementing DoD IA certification processes, RMF workflows, and applying NIST guidance. Candidates must have TS/SCI with Poly, a relevant bachelor's, 5–10 years IASAE experience, and one of the listed certifications.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Poly security clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field listed above.
• Minimum 5 years IASAE experience for Level II and 10 years for Level III.
• Certifications: CISSP-ISSEP or CISSP-ISSAP for Level III; CASP/CSSLP or CISSP (Associate) for Level II.

Responsibilities

• Design and secure information systems architectures end-to-end.
• Implement DoD IA Certification and Accreditation (DIACAP/ RMF) processes.
• Apply NIST guidance for implementation with DoD programs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science

Tools

CASP

CSSLP

CISSP (Associate)

CISSP-ISSEP

CISSP-ISSAP

Job description

Cyber Defense IASAE (Information Assurance Security Architecture and Engineering)

VTG is looking for a Level 2 and Level 3 Cyber Defense IASAE (Information Assurance Security Architecture and Engineering) in Chantilly VA. (Note: position is contingent upon program award)

Overview

VTG seeks experienced IA professionals for Level 2 and Level 3 roles in Chantilly VA. Position contingent on program award.

What will you do?

The candidate requires relevant IA experience in IA systems security engineering, engineering the concept, design, development, implementation, and integration from end-to-end (E2E) of a system or system component. In addition, the Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) must have experience with DoD IA Certification and Accreditation Process or ICD 503 policies, the Government Certification and Authorization process, and guidance from the NIST for implementation with NRO.

Key Responsibilities

An IASAE is responsible for designing and securing information systems architectures. The position involves protecting networks through implementation of firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), antivirus software, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), border gateways, switches, routers, and more. The candidate should also understand how to secure interfaces, applications, servers, databases, and other system components.

Do you have what it takes?

Requirements

• TS/SCI with Poly (all positions)
• IASAE Level II: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science; minimum 5 years of IASAE experience; one certification: CASP, CSSLP, CISSP (Associate).
• IASAE Level III: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science; minimum 10 years of IASAE experience; one certification: CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP.

Preferred Experience

• Recent and relevant experience supporting senior Government managers on IA issues.
• Familiarity with NRO cybersecurity policies and RMF workflows.
• Experience with end-to-end system security engineering and integration.

Pay Range

VTG's estimated starting pay range is $165,000 - $210,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations, and may possibly include contractual requirements that may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.