Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Age Solutions

Salem (PA)

Hybrid

USD 135,000 - 165,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

26 Days Paid Leave

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Match

Life Insurance

Health Benefits

Parental Leave

Military Differential Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

AGE Solutions is seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to provide security engineering guidance for DoD and government projects. You will work with ISSMs, ISSOs, and development teams across the SDLC.

You will translate RMF and NIST controls into actionable security solutions, perform design reviews, and mentor staff while supporting hybrid onsite work near Fort Meade or Chambersburg.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; DoD 8140 Work Role 652 security architect certification preferred.
Experience installing and integrating enterprise security solutions across SDLC.

Responsibilities

Embed security engineering for Mission Partners, ISSMs, ISSOs, system owners and developers.
Support SDLC security activities including requirements, design reviews, planning, modernization, implementation, and production.
Translate RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD policies into actionable engineering controls.
Conduct security architecture and design reviews for new and existing systems.
Analyze network and cloud-native architectures to identify security weaknesses.
Collaborate to implement feasible security controls and reduce compliance friction.
Document vulnerability mitigation strategies and support POA&M actions.
Develop solutions to reduce attack surface while preserving mission capability.
Apply DoD STIGs, SRGs, and PPSM to system engineering.
Utilize SIEM, vulnerability scans, and EDR findings to propose improvements.
Provide mentorship to ISSMs, ISSOs, developers, and system owners.
Present risk, findings and mitigation recommendations to technical and government stakeholders.

Skills

RMF knowledge

NIST SP 800-37

NIST SP 800-53 controls

Security architecture

Threat modeling

DoD policy knowledge

RMF guidance translation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Security Architect Certification

CCNP Enterprise

GMON

SecurityX / CASP+

CCSP

CISM

CISSO

CISSP-ISSAP

CISSP-ISSEP

Cloud+

CSSLP

FITSP-D

GCIA

GCSA

GDSA

GICSP

GSEC

Tools

Splunk

Elastic

ACAS/Nessus

EDR technologies

Job description

About Us

AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

The Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) serves as a dedicated, customer-facing cybersecurity engineering consultant supporting organizational ISSMs, ISSOs, Mission Partners, system owners, architects, and development teams. The ISSE provides expert security architecture and Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidance for on-premises, cloud-hosted, legacy, and modernizing systems throughout the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC). The ISSE helps customers understand cybersecurity requirements and develop actionable technical solutions that implement controls, remediate vulnerabilities, and improve system security before or following formal assessment.

Responsibilities Include:

Serve as the embedded security engineering expert for Mission Partners, ISSMs, ISSOs, system owners, architects, and development teams.
Provide security engineering support throughout the SDLC, including requirements gathering, design reviews, sprint planning, modernization, implementation, and production.
Translate RMF, NIST SP 800-53, DoD cybersecurity policy, and other governance requirements into actionable, threat-informed engineering solutions.
Conduct in-depth security architecture and design reviews for new and existing systems.
Analyze network architectures, cloud-native architectures, applications, APIs, microservices, containers, serverless functions, interfaces, and data flows to identify security weaknesses.
Collaborate with architects and developers to identify achievable security controls and reduce compliance friction before formal assessment.
Engineer and document vulnerability mitigation strategies and provide technical consultation supporting POA&M corrective actions.
Develop solutions that reduce system attack surface and improve resiliency without unnecessarily compromising mission capability.
Translate security requirements into specific technical implementation activities such as MFA, database encryption, secure network zoning, and related controls.
Apply DoD STIGs, SRGs, and PPSM guidance to system engineering activities.
Use security telemetry and findings from SIEM, vulnerability scanning, and EDR technologies to recommend architectural and engineering improvements.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to ISSMs, ISSOs, developers, and system owners.
Present cybersecurity risks, architectural findings, mitigation strategies, and recommendations to technical personnel and Government leadership.
Document customer interactions, systems supported, issues addressed, and technical recommendations as required.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Citizenship and Clearance:
- US Citizenship is required
- Must have and maintain a current DoD Top Secret clearance
Experience:
- 10+ years of related experience in cyber security
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional experience
- Must have and maintain one of the following current certifications in accordance with DoD 8140 Work Role 652 - Security Architect Certification requirement:
  - CCNP Enterprise,
  - GMON,
  - SecurityX / CASP+,
  - CCSP,
  - CISM,
  - CISSO,
  - CISSP-ISSAP,
  - CISSP-ISSEP,
  - Cloud+,
  - CSSLP,
  - FITSP-D,
  - GCIA,
  - GCSA,
  - GDSA,
  - GICSP, or
  - GSEC
Location:
- Must reside within a commutable distance of Fort Meade, MD or Chambersburg, PA in order to work a hybrid onsite schedule (4 days onsite weekly).
Skills and Knowledge:
- Expert-level knowledge of RMF and NIST SP 800-37.
- Expert-level knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security and privacy controls.
- Strong security architecture and systems-security engineering experience.
- Practical experience applying DoD STIGs, SRGs, and PPSM requirements.
- Experience converting compliance requirements into practical engineering solutions.
- Hands-on engineering/configuration experience with enterprise security technologies, including:
  - SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Elastic.
  - Vulnerability scanners such as ACAS/Nessus.
  - Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies.
- Knowledge of traditional and cloud-native architectures.
- Ability to support multiple concurrent systems, projects, and development efforts.
- Strong written, verbal, consulting, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Provide security engineering support throughout the SDLC, including requirements gathering, design reviews, sprint planning, modernization, implementation, and production.
Translate RMF, NIST SP 800-53, DoD cybersecurity policy, and other governance requirements into actionable, threat-informed engineering solutions.
Conduct in-depth security architecture and design reviews for new and existing systems.
Analyze network architectures, cloud-native architectures, applications, APIs, microservices, containers, serverless functions, interfaces, and data flows to identify security weaknesses.
Develop solutions that reduce system attack surface and improve resiliency without unnecessarily compromising mission capability.
Translate security requirements into specific technical implementation activities such as MFA, database encryption, secure network zoning, and related controls.
Apply DoD STIGs, SRGs, and PPSM guidance to system engineering activities.

The projected salary range for this position is $150,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.