Information System Security Engineer II

Thunderbolt Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Thunderbolt Solutions seeks an Information System Security Engineer II located in Philadelphia to manage system security throughout its lifecycle. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT or computer science with three years of experience in information security. Certifications such as CCNA-Security or Security+ CE are required. The role includes creating security plans, conducting vulnerability scans, and ensuring compliance with DoD policies. Work environment encourages collaboration and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in information security operational requirements.
• Ability to ensure requirements are addressed in software/hardware updates.
• Valid certifications such as CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, Security+ CE.

Responsibilities

• Manage system security throughout its lifecycle.
• Create and maintain security plans and reports.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and resolve issues.

Skills

Information security requirements

Cybersecurity controls

Vulnerability scanning

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Collaboration and communication

Education

Bachelor or Master's degree in computer science, information technology, or equivalent

Tools

Security tools

Job description

Thunderbolt Solutions is seeking to hire an Information System Security Engineer II (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 auditsUse 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: Three (3) years professional experience capturing and refining information security operational and security requirements, and ensuring those requirements are properly addressed through purposeful development, configuration, software/hardware updates/patches, vulnerability scanning, and securing configurations.
• Minimum Certification Requirement: This position requires one of the following certifications:
  • CCNA-Security
  • CySA+
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • Security+ CE
  • CND
  • SSCP
• 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 identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.