Information System Security Engineer

Alutiiq, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Peak Technical Services, LLC, a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC, is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support NSWCPD with cybersecurity compliance, RMF activities, and system security engineering for DoD systems.

The role involves collaboration with engineers and program managers to advance risk management, documentation, testing, and accreditation efforts across the system lifecycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2–5 years of practical cybersecurity/ DoD-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Support system authorization and compliance efforts using RMF and eMASS throughout the system lifecycle.
• Implement and assess security controls per DoD and NIST requirements.
• Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessment, and audit log analysis to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with engineers, developers, and program managers to support system design operation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including security plans, procedures, reports, and design operation.
• Support certification, testing, and accreditation activities for information systems.
• Provide technical recommendations, status updates, and briefings to project leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

RMF

eMASS

ACAS

DOD 8570 compliance

IAT Level II

Security+

Vulnerability management

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

HBSS

SCAP

DISA STIGs

VMware

Job description

Red Peak Technical Services, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC is looking for qualified Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE). This position will support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia division (NSWCPD). In this role, you will support cybersecurity compliance, system security engineering, risk management framework activities, and technical documentation efforts for mission critical Department of Defense systems.

This position is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with experience supporting DOD environments and a strong understanding of security compliance and system accreditation processes.

• Support system authorization and compliance efforts using RMF and eMASS throughout the system lifecycle
• Implement and assess security controls in accordance with DOD and NIST cybersecurity requirements.
• Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessment, and audit log analysis to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with engineers, developers, and program managers to support system design operation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including security plans, procedures, reports, and design operation.
• Support certification, testing, and accreditation activities for information systems.
• Provide technical recommendations, status updates, and briefings to project leadership and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or HS equivalency certificate is acceptable with additional, 2 to 5 Years minimum, of practical experience in a Cybersecurity, engineering, T&E or A&A (formerly C&A) related field. Have worked with Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
• Current DOD IAM certification and ability to maintain DOD 8570 compliance requirements
• IAT Level II certification in compliance with DoD 8570.1M
• Baseline certification requirement such as Security+
• Experience with supporting RMF, NIST security fireworks, and DOD cybersecurity compliance activities.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management tools and security hardening practices.
• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with technical and non-technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with eMASS and VMware-based virtual environments (VMware)
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs, ACAS, HBSS, SCAP, and vulnerability scanning tools.
• Experience supporting FISMA compliance initiatives
• Previous experience supporting Navy or Department of Defense programs.
• Support mission critical systems for the US NAVY
• Working alongside experienced cybersecurity and engineering professionals
• Contribute to the security and resilience of critical defense technologies
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.