Information System Security Engineer

M2 Technology Group; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 155,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 Days Personal Time Off annually

10% Employer Contribution to 401k

$7,500 Training/Tuition Reimbursements

Referral Bonus of $7,500

Job summary

M2 Technology Group is looking for an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to enhance operational security for critical government systems. This role focuses on embedding security features in engineering, leading vulnerability assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of ISSE experience, deep knowledge of cybersecurity, and a valid security clearance. A robust benefits package, including 20 annual PTO days and extensive health plans, is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of ISSE experience on similar programs.
• Expertise with cybersecurity technologies and principles.
• Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate security components across networks.
• Lead technical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Drive security authorization processes to align with standards.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Risk management

Vulnerability assessments

Security architecture

Configuration management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

M2 Technology Group provides high-assurance cyber and engineering support to federal, defense, and intelligence community programs. We bring that same rigor, discipline, and execution-focused approach to commercial assessments, delivering practical solutions designed for real-world operational environments.

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Role Overview

We are actively seeking a skilled Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our technology-driven team supporting a critical government customer. In this role, you will be the driving force behind our operational security posture, ensuring that vital information systems are protected, compliant, and continuously monitored.

If you are passionate about enforcing robust security standards and managing end-to-end information assurance, we want you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Engineering

• Design, build, and integrate robust Information Assurance (IA) and security components across networks and multi-enclave environments with varying classification levels.
• Partner with system architects and developers to embed security features directly into the engineering lifecycle, ensuring secure-by-design architectures.
• Architect and evaluate cross-domain solutions, ensuring trusted data relationships between internal, external, and government systems.

Risk Management & Vulnerability Assessment

• Lead comprehensive technical security assessments to identify system vulnerabilities, assess threats, and implement effective mitigation strategies throughout the program lifecycle.
• Apply deep expertise in core IA principles, cryptography (COTS/GOTS), identity/access management, intrusion detection, auditing, and contingency planning.

Compliance & Authorization Leadership

• Drive security authorization processes, ensuring strict alignment with NSA/CSS NISCAP, DoD RMF, NIST RMF, and related security engineering practices.
• Oversee, review, and validate Certification and Accreditation (C&A) documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Enforce robust configuration and change management practices for all security-impacting system updates.

Technical Leadership & Advocacy

• Serve as the principal security engineering representative for system integration efforts.
• Provide expert-level guidance, evaluate the work of fellow security engineers, and collaborate with IT staff to achieve broader IA objectives.
• Proactively advocate for, and recommend improvements to, organizational IA policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or a closely related discipline. (Note: 4 additional years of direct ISSE experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).
• Experience: A minimum of Five (5) years of ISSE experience on programs of similar scale and complexity.
• Recent Experience: Must include at least 4 recent years (within the last 4 years) of hands‑on experience with core cybersecurity technologies and principles, including access control, identification and authentication, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and enterprise/network security architecture.

Certifications Required:

• Must maintain DoD 8570 compliance with IAT III certification, a higher level ISSE position may require an IASAE II certification.

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Pay Range:$ 155,000-$255,000

• Please note that the listed salary range for this position at M2 Technology Group is intended as a helpful guide, not a fixed guarantee. We strive to build offers that are equitable and competitive by looking at a variety of factors. Your final compensation will be tailored based on your individual experience, educational background, specialized skills, and the specific demands of the role.

Personal Time Off & Holidays

• Employees earn 20 Days of Personal Time Off Annually *Want more? Earn an extra day every anniversary for up to 25 Days!
• Three Tiered Medical Plans from CareFirst BCBS
• $5,500 Medical Opt-Out
• Dental, Vision, LTD and STD- 100% Company-paid

401k (Nothing but the best here!)

• 10% Employer Contribution (No match needed!) 7% Safe Harbor - 3% Profit Sharing
• Includes Safe Harbor and Profit Sharing - Immediate Vesting!

Training & Education Reimbursement

• Up to $7,500 Training/Tuition Reimbursements
• Flexible Additional Training Support Available Upon Request

Charity Donation Match

• Feeling Charitable?
• $250 Annual Donation Match to any Charitable Organization

Pet Adoption

• Need a furry companion?

Referral Bonus & Company Events

• $7,500 Referral Bonus
• Quarterly Happy Hours, Annual Picnic, Holiday Party, Movie Nights, All Hands Meet Ups

Other Perks

• Swag Drops!, Flexible work schedule, Employee Appreciation Awards, Work Anniversary Gifts, Newborn Gifts