Information Systems Security Engineer

Scientific Research Corporation; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

10 days vacation and 5 days sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation seeks a qualified Information Systems Security Engineer in Augusta, Georgia. This role supports cloud-based integration within the Department of War, ensuring secure designs and compliance. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of DoD RMF experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor interns. SRC offers a comprehensive benefit package, encouraging excellence and growth. U.S. citizenship and a government security clearance at the secret level are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on DoD RMF on cloud-based integration.
• Proven ability to integrate security into system architecture and lifecycle processes.
• Understanding of data governance and management principles.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for technical and executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead security engineering efforts for cloud service integrations.
• Conduct security assessments and validations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on cybersecurity risks.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Apply expertise in data governance and management.

Skills

DoD RMF on cloud-based integration

Security integration into system architecture

Data governance and management principles

Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)

Excellent communication skills

Independent self-starter

DoD or federal environment experience

Secure API integration

Education

CISSP certification preferred

Job description

Description

Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) is seeking a qualified, forward-leaning Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support Test Resource Management Center operation of the Artificial Intelligence Digital Engineering Test Laboratory (AIDETL) in Augusta, Georgia. This role will be pivotal in developing the next generation of government AI Test & Evaluation professionals for the Department of War. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for ensuring the secure design, integration, and operation of cloud-based solutions across the Government's enterprise environment. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, good interpersonal skills, willingness to mentor interns, the ability to resolve issues in complex environments, and is committed to embedding security into every stage of system development. As part of our mission-driven team focused on secure, innovative cloud service integration, you will work with cutting‑edge technologies across multiple platforms while contributing to projects that directly strengthen organizational resilience and operational success.

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Leading security engineering efforts for cloud service integrations, ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards
• Conducting security assessments and validations and preparing documentation to support the accreditation and certification processes
• Serving as a trusted advisor on cybersecurity risks, mitigation strategies, and secure architecture design
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to interns, junior engineers and security personnel on security and compliance practices
• Applying expertise in data governance and management to ensure secure handling of sensitive information
• Navigating and enforcing compliance with Impact Level (IL) 4,5, and 6, Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP), and ports/protocols/procedures requirements
• Driving process‑oriented approaches to ensure repeatable, scalable, and auditable security practice
• Assist in AIDETL curriculum development

FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

Requirements

• 3–5 years of hands‑on DoD RMF on cloud‑based integration
• Proven ability to integrate security into system architecture and lifecycle processes
• Understanding of data governance and management principles
• Proven experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for technical and executive audiences
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a motivated, self‑starter with a forward‑leaning mindset
• Experience working in DoD or federal environments with knowledge and understanding of strict compliance requirements
• Knowledge of secure API integration and cloud‑native security tools
• Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) experience and Risk Management Framework (RMF) familiarity of the process and library of tools, diagrams, and documents to support and aid in the execution of the RMF Assess & Authorization process

Desired Skills

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification preferred

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL

Travel Requirements

• 10% travel primarily to Academic institutions, but also to cyber and physical ranges or industry events

Benefits

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.