Edge Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 85,185 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries in Springfield, Virginia seeks an Information Assurance Engineer to join their Cyber and Intelligence division. This position involves providing expert cybersecurity engineering support for critical systems, ensuring compliance with organizational security requirements.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in cybersecurity and possess an active TS/SCI security clearance. Competitive salary range from $85,371 to $192,103 based on experience. Together we ensure a secure future for national defense.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience as an information systems security professional.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to obtain and maintain a CI poly.
• Proficiency in implementing cybersecurity programs.

Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity engineering for mission-critical systems.
• Translate cybersecurity policies into actionable engineering recommendations.
• Evaluate system architectures for security gaps.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Secure configuration concepts

Continuous monitoring

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma with relevant experience

Tools

ACAS

Splunk

ServiceNow

VMWare

Rapid7

Job description

Requisition Number: 28891

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $85,185.00 - $185,000.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

HII’s Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting‑edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives. This position is part of our Cyber and Intelligence division, which plays a critical role in supporting Enterprise‑Level Security and Modernization efforts across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, physical facilities, and personnel operations.

The selected candidate will contribute to a high‑impact government program focused on enhancing and securing mission‑critical systems and environments. The program is scheduled to launch in early 2026 and due to the classified nature of the mission and the sensitivity of the operational environment, an active TS/SCI security clearance will be required. Candidate must be willing to obtain and maintain a CI poly.

Information Assurance Engineer 2: $85,371 - $118,529

Information Assurance Engineer 3: $104,519 - $140,599

Information Assurance Engineer 4: $135,472 - $192,103

• You will provide expert cybersecurity engineering support to edge system stakeholders—including system owners, information security professionals, system engineers, and administrators—to ensure systems remain in full technical alignment with organizational security requirements.
• In this role, you translate cybersecurity policies, controls, and risk management guidance into actionable engineering recommendations that strengthen the security posture of distributed and mission‑critical edge environments.
• Key responsibilities include evaluating system architectures, identifying security gaps, and advising teams on secure design principles, hardening strategies, and compliance obligations.
• You will review technical implementations, validate control effectiveness, and guide stakeholders through security engineering activities related to system upgrades, deployments, and operational changes.
• You may also support security assessments, documentation development, boundary protection planning, and risk remediation recommendations.
• Additionally, you will travel up to 25% annually to engage with field sites, perform on‑site technical reviews, collaborate with local stakeholders, and ensure edge systems are designed, configured, and maintained in accordance with organizational and mission‑focused security expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressively responsible hands‑on experience as an information systems security professional
• Demonstrated proficiency and expertise in the following
• Implementing and facilitating the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) within the DoD/IC
• Applying secure configuration concepts, protocols, and security methodologies to local and Enterprise systems
• Developing and implementing organizational‑level cybersecurity programs, such as continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, or incident response
• Capturing, analyzing, and decomposing cybersecurity requirements applicable to information systems and developing solutions to address those requirements
• Securing and evaluating information systems for compliance with DISA STIGs
• Excellent initiative, motivation, problem‑solving, and analytical skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Active TS/SCI w/ ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a CI poly
• 2-9+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field OR
• 0-7+ years experience with Masters in related field OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 6-13+ years relevant experience

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated hands‑on proficiency and expertise in the following areas:
  • Configuring or operating industry‑standard cybersecurity toolsets such as ACAS, Trellix, Splunk, ePO, Rapid7, and similar solutions
  • Operating ServiceNow's Continuous Authorization and Monitoring (CAM) module to maintain an Information System's body of evidence
  • Employing cyber resiliency engineering practices to include the methods, processes, modeling, and analytical techniques to identify and analyze proposed cybersecurity solutions
  • Working with a wide‑range of vendors and technologies including Microsoft, Linux, Cisco, VMWare, NetApp, ServiceNow, etc.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which includes, but is not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.