Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Cyber Defense Technologies; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT) is seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) onsite in Dayton, OH, supporting secure systems design, implementation, and risk management for DoD/IC-relevant programs.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience and security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+). Responsibilities include security design, incident response, forensics, and ongoing tool evaluation to strengthen posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+ preferred.
• Experience in security engineering and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and implement secure operating systems, networks, security monitoring, and tuning.
• Manage IT security systems, incident response, digital forensics, loss prevention, and eDiscovery actions, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and developing and implementing security controls.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies in alignment with program security strategy.
• Identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform regular security audits and recommend enhancement to improve overall security posture.

Skills

Security engineering

Incident response

Threat modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Security/Network Engineering/IT or related field

Tools

SIEM

Forensics tools

Job description

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT), a leading small business cybersecurity and engineering firm, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Information System Security Engineer onsite in Dayton, OH with a Secret Clearance or Higher.

Position: Information System Security Engineer

Overview

Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT), a leading small business cybersecurity and engineering firm, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Information System Security Engineer onsite in Dayton, OH with a Secret Clearance or Higher.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and implement secure operating systems, networks, security monitoring, and tuning.
• Responsible for the management of IT security systems and applications, incident response, digital forensics, loss prevention, and eDiscovery actions, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and developing and implementing security controls.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies in alignment with program security strategy.
• Identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform regular security audits and recommend enhancement to improve overall security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline and typically 5+ years of relevant experience
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security +)

Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?

At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

CDT is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.