Information Systems Security Engineer 2

Avid Technology Professionals, LLC; Whitehurst (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer to enhance the security posture of various computing environments. This role involves conducting thorough security assessments, designing robust security systems, and ensuring compliance with established standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity and risk management, along with relevant certifications. Join a supportive and dynamic team that values professional development and offers competitive benefits, making a significant impact on national security through your expertise.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Health Coverage

Professional Development

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with NIST 800-53 security control implementation.
• Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical security assessments of computing environments.
• Support security architecture development and risk analysis.

Skills

Security Engineering

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NIST 800-53

Communication Skills

Cybersecurity Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

14 Years of Experience as ISSE

Tools

Intrusion Detection Systems

Vulnerability Scanning Tools

Job description

Job Title: Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) shall perform, or review, technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established Information Assurance (IA) standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies. Responsibilities include validating and verifying system security requirements, designing security systems, and integrating IA components across networking, computing, and enclave environments.

Key duties involve building IA into operational systems, supporting security architecture development, enforcing trusted relations among external systems, and assessing and mitigating security threats throughout the program lifecycle. The ISSE contributes to security planning, risk analysis, certification, and awareness activities, and reviews certification and accreditation documentation for completeness and compliance.

The role requires applying security engineering expertise across various domains such as system security design, risk management, cryptography, intrusion detection, and security testing, supporting compliance with NSA/CSS and DoD frameworks.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Certification meeting Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Tier 2 requirements.
2. Full understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and procedures.
3. Experience with NIST 800-53 security control implementation and vulnerability scan reviews.
4. Strong communication skills (written and oral).
5. Relevant experience as ISSO, ISSM, or ISSE within cybersecurity.
6. Experience supporting the Intelligence Community’s RMF processes and interpreting security directives and policies.
7. Fourteen (14) years of experience as an ISSE on similar programs, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field with equivalent experience (or 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree).
8. Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph.
9. Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M compliance with IASAE Level 2, CISSP certification.

About Avid Technology Professionals:

Avid Technology Professionals, LLC (ATP) provides software, systems engineering, and program management services for federal, state, and commercial clients. We offer a supportive, stimulating work environment with competitive benefits, including retirement plans, health coverage, professional development, and more.