Information System Security Engineer

Thunderbolt Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Thunderbolt Solutions is seeking an Information System Security Engineer III to manage secure system architectures. The role involves ensuring compliance with DoD/Navy cybersecurity policies and executing RMF processes. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and have a minimum of seven years of experience in information security with necessary certifications like CASP+ CE or CISSP. The position requires the ability to obtain a SECRET DOD clearance. Ideal for those who thrive in a flexible, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Seven years of professional experience in information security.
• Strong understanding of system security lifecycle management.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET DOD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage system security throughout its lifecycle.
• Create and maintain security plans and reports.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and fix issues.
• Track compliance and support audits.

Skills

Information security operational requirements

Cybersecurity controls

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Vulnerability scanning

System health monitoring

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent STEM degree

Tools

Security tools

Job description

Thunderbolt Solutions is seeking to hire an Information System Security Engineer III (Contingent upon contract award).

Thunderbolt Solutions is a small, flexible company where our motto ‘find a way or make one’ permeates every facet of our business. When faced with a technical challenge, we aim to exceed expectations by developing and fielding innovative solutions for defense and commercial markets in a manner unencumbered by bureaucracy. Thunderbolt Solutions operates in an environment that fosters transparency, innovation, collaboration, inclusion and a learning mindset focused on solutions that enhance employee engagement.

Summary

The ISSE is responsible for engineering, implementing, and maintaining secure system architectures and controls to support NSWCPD’s mission. This includes guiding information assurance efforts throughout the system lifecycle (design, development, integration, operation, sustainment, decommissioning), ensuring compliance with DoD/Navy/NAVSEA cyber and information security policy, executing full RMF (Risk Management Framework) processes, and providing documentation and guidance to stakeholders (system owners, engineers, accreditation authorities etc.).

Job Responsibilities

• Manage system security throughout its lifecycle
• Create and maintain security plans and reports
• Apply and monitor cybersecurity controls
• Conduct vulnerability scans and fix issues
• Work with teams to ensure secure system design
• Track compliance and support audits
• Use security tools to monitor system health
• Update leadership on risks and security status

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor or Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or an equivalent STEM degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum Experience: Seven (7) years professional experience capturing and refining information security operational and security requirements and ensuring those requirements are properly addressed through purposeful development, configuration, implementation of security controls, configuration changes, software/hardware updates/patches, vulnerability scanning, and securing configurations.
• Minimum Certification Requirement: This position requires one of the following certifications:
  • CASP+ CE
  • CCNP Security
  • CISA
  • CISSP (or Associate)
  • GCED
  • GCIH
  • CCSP
• This Position requires a SECRET DOD clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance to execute the contract.

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Thunderbolt Software LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.