Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Age Solutions

Salem (PA)

Hybrid

USD 117,000 - 143,000

Full time

8 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

Professional Growth

Job summary

AGE Solutions is seeking an experienced Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to serve as a customer-facing cybersecurity engineering consultant. You will support ISSMs, ISSOs, Mission Partners, system owners, and developers by delivering security architecture, RMF guidance, and DoD policy compliance across on-premises and cloud environments within the SDLC.

The role requires DoD Top Secret clearance, 10+ years of related experience, and expertise in RMF, NIST SP 800-37/53, and modern

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
10+ years of related experience.
DoD 8140 Work Role 652 - Security Architect certification (must have one of listed): Security X/CASP+CE, CCSP, Cloud+, CISSP, CSSLP, CISM, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSIP, CSSLP, GSEC.
Must have and maintain a current DoD Top Secret clearance.
Must reside within commutable distance of Fort Meade, MD or Chambersburg, PA for hybrid onsite (4 days onsite weekly).
Expert-level RMF and NIST SP 800-37 knowledge.
Expert-level knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls.
Hands-on with enterprise security tech: SIEM (Splunk/Elastic), ACAS/Nessus, EDR.
Experience turning compliance requirements into practical engineering solutions.
Strong written, verbal, consulting, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as embedded security engineering expert for partners and development teams.
Provide security engineering support throughout the SDLC: requirements, design, planning, implementation, production.
Translate RMF, NIST SP 800-53/37 and DoD policy into actionable security controls.
Conduct security architecture and design reviews for new and existing systems.
Analyze architectures, apps, APIs, microservices, containers, and data flows for weaknesses.
Collaborate to implement security controls and reduce compliance friction.
Engineer and document vulnerability mitigation strategies and POA&M actions.
Develop solutions reducing attack surface while preserving mission capability.
Translate security requirements into specific implementation activities (MFA, encryption, zoning).
Apply DoD STIGs, SRGs, PPSM to system engineering activities.
Use telemetry from SIEM/Vuln scans/EDR to propose improvements.
Mentor ISSMs/SSOs/developers and communicate risks to leadership.
Document customer interactions, systems, issues, and recommendations.

Skills

Security Architect

RMF

NIST SP 800-37

NIST SP 800-53

DoD 8140

DoD STIGs

Clearance (Top Secret)

Security Engineering

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

DoD 8140 Certification (required)

Tools

Splunk

Elastic

ACAS/Nessus

EDR

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.

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
10+ years of related experience.
DoD 8140 Work Role 652 - Security Architect Certification requirement (must have at least one of the following): Security X/CASP+CE, CCSP, Cloud+, CISSP, CSSLP, CISM, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSIP, CSSLP, and GSEC.
Must have and maintain a current DoD Top Secret clearance.
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).
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.

The projected salary range for this position is $130,000+ 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.