Cyber Security Engineer SME

The Swift Group, LLC; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellness programs

Retirement benefits

Education opportunities

Time off benefits

Job summary

The Swift Group, LLC in Reston, VA is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security System Engineer (ISSE) with 10+ years of experience to ensure security and accreditation of information systems. You will lead A&A efforts, coordinate with the ISSM, and drive risk assessments to maintain a robust security posture.

Responsibilities include managing multiple A&A packages, supporting evidence collection, and responding to security control requirements with tools such as Rapid7, Splunk, and AWS services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years in cybersecurity, system engineering, or information assurance.
• Experience with certification and accreditation processes.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• Experience across security controls and AoA/A&A activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage up to 10 A&A packages independently with timely updates.
• Develop new A&A packages from inception to final ATO.
• Provide evidence and respond to security control requirements.
• Maintain POAMs after ATO issuance and track actions.
• Collaborate with ISSM on changes, approvals, and compliance needs.
• Perform vulnerability and compliance scans with Rapid7.
• Audit using Splunk, AWS CloudWatch, and CloudTrail.
• Navigate AWS CAP to gather evidence and ensure compliance.
• Work with developers to patch systems and keep software current.

Skills

Risk assessment

Compliance

Vulnerability scanning

AWS security

Certification & accreditation

Security policy

Documentation

ISSE coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Rapid7

Splunk

AWS CloudWatch

AWS CloudTrail

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Swift is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.

Swift is actively seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security System Engineer (ISSE) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the security and accreditation of information systems, performing risk assessments, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maintain a robust security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage up to 10 A&A packages independently, ensuring timely updates, quality documentation, and full compliance with customer requirements.
• Develop new A&A packages from inception through final ATO approval.
• Provide evidence and respond to security control requirements within the customer’s A&A tool (e.g., Greenlight or equivalent).
• Maintain and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) after ATO issuance.
• Process Security-Relevant Changes (SRCs) and document all modifications to system configurations.
• Collaborate closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on system changes, approvals, and ongoing compliance needs.
• Perform vulnerability and compliance scans using Rapid7.
• Work with development teams to ensure systems are patched regularly and all software versions remain current.
• Conduct audits using Splunk, AWS CloudWatch, and AWS CloudTrail.
• Navigate AWS Console (CAP) to gather evidence, validate configurations, and ensure system compliance.
• Demonstrate familiarity with AWS serverless technologies such as Lambda, and containerized platforms.
• Use JIRA and Confluence for workflow management, documentation, and collaboration.
• Understand and work across multiple customer environments or fabrics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, system engineering, or information assurance.
• Strong technical expertise in computer network design, implementation, and accreditation.
• Proven ability to provide oversight and coordination for multiple contractors supporting program objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Expertise in certification and accreditation processes.
• In-depth knowledge of security policies and frameworks such as:
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required.

Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Onsite

Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.