DoD IA Systems Security Engineer (Top Secret)

Bowhead; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead is seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer to support a government program as an Information Assurance Security Engineer (IASE). The role involves learning the program systems, documentation, and architecture while adhering to DoD IA requirements and STIG guidelines.

Responsibilities include preparing IA documentation, DIACAP plans, POA&Ms, SOPs, and coordinating vulnerability assessments with system teams.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience required.
• DoD security and IA knowledge per DoDI 8500.2 and DISA STIG.
• DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification.
• Experience with DoD PPS, PKI, and IAVM policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Strong problem-solving and detail orientation.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop IA documentation including PIT designation requests, PIT risk assessment requests, and DIACAP plans.
• Create Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate host and network vulnerability assessments with system administrators and develop strategies to mitigate discrepancies.
• Support and interact with the IASE, system administrators, system engineers, and system developers.

Skills

DoD security

DIACAP

STIG

PKI

PPS

UNIX administration

Windows administration

Communication

Teamwork

Security testing

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree desired

Tools

Nessus

Job description

Bowhead is seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer to support a government program as an Information Assurance Security Engineer (IASE). The role involves learning the program systems, documentation, and architecture while adhering to DoD IA requirements and STIG guidelines.

Responsibilities include preparing IA documentation, DIACAP plans, POA&Ms, SOPs, and coordinating vulnerability assessments with system teams.