Information Systems Security Engineer 3 (ISSE 3)

ZipRecruiter; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled ISSE to join their dynamic team at Ft. Meade, MD. This role involves supporting critical security infrastructure by identifying vulnerabilities and enforcing security requirements. With a focus on collaboration and effective communication, you'll analyze complex risks and develop robust system specifications. The company offers a supportive culture committed to employee development, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a diverse and collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Cigna healthcare benefits

Performance bonuses

Training and educational reimbursement

Immediate PTO

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in System Engineering on complex programs.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.
• Experience with Security Accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and develop system specifications.
• Implement security requirements and create System Security Plans.
• Engage with management and technical personnel at all levels.

Skills

System Engineering

Vulnerability Assessment

Security Requirements Implementation

System Security Plans (SSPs)

STE/STN Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in System Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Information Systems

Tools

Exacta Tool

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team at T-Rex Solutions: ISSE (Ft. Meade, MD)

Are you ready to make a significant impact by supporting critical security infrastructure? T-Rex Solutions is looking for a highly skilled ISSE to join our dynamic team at Ft. Meade, MD.

About the Role

In this role, you'll be part of a collaborative team to identify vulnerabilities, develop, implement, and enforce security requirements. You'll analyze information technology and system risks in complex environments and communicate results effectively to all personnel.

What You'll Do

1. Analyze user requirements, concepts of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications; analyze system requirements, lead design and development activities; guide users in formulating requirements, advise on alternative approaches, and conduct feasibility studies.
2. Implement security requirements for scanning, IAVA, and critical patch updates.
3. Create and update System Security Plans (SSPs) to include Exacta tool expertise.
4. Engage with management and technical personnel at all levels.
5. Utilize STE/STN knowledge and support for implementation.

What We're Looking For

• Twenty (20) years of experience as a System Engineer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited institution; five (5) years of additional SE experience may substitute for a degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with an appropriate, current polygraph (within last 4 years).
• Experience in planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts.
• Experience in identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating solutions.
• Experience creating and updating SSPs, including Exacta tool expertise.
• Ability to interact at all levels of management and technical staff.
• Knowledge of STE/STN and support for their implementation.
• Experience with Security Accreditation and Re-authorization processes.

Why T-Rex?

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC provides data-centric mission services to the Federal government, designing, integrating, securing, and deploying advanced technical solutions. We serve numerous Federal agencies in Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

We are committed to creating a supportive culture that fosters employee development. Our benefits include competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, a Transamerica 401(k), and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit factors.

The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 - $215,000, based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and market considerations.

We offer a diverse, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth, including immediate PTO, paid parental leave, comprehensive health benefits, training budgets, and a 401(k) plan with company match.