Information Systems Security Engineer ISSE

Zetier; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) based in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code tools, strong development skills, and proficiency with cloud security practices. This role involves supporting and securing cloud-based environments through automation strategies. The position is hybrid-friendly and requires an active U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code tools required.
• Hands-on work with container orchestration is crucial.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support, build, and secure cloud-based environments.
• Enhance deployment and management of scalable infrastructure solutions.

Skills

Deep expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g. Terraform)

Hands-on work with container orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes)

Proficiency with cloud security practices (AWS/Azure controls)

Strong development skills (e.g. Rust, Python, PowerShell/Bash)

Effective communication and collaborative team approach

Active U.S. Security Clearance

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

CloudWatch

Splunk

GitLab

Jenkins

Ansible

Puppet

Job description

Zetier seeks an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) with expertise in cloud automation, Infrastructure-as-Code, virtualization, and orchestration. You'll support, build, and secure cloud-based environments through robust automation strategies, enhancing our capability to rapidly deploy and manage scalable infrastructure solutions. Representative qualifications for the ISSE:

Required:

• Deep expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g. Terraform)
• Hands-on work with container orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes)
• Proficiency with cloud security practices (AWS/Azure controls)
• Strong development skills (e.g. Rust, Python, PowerShell/Bash)
• Effective communication and collaborative team approach
• Active U.S. Security Clearance

Desired:

• Experience in cloud-native security and monitoring (CloudWatch, Splunk)
• Experience deploying and managing thin-client solutions (e.g. PCoIP)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation (GitLab, Jenkins)
• Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet)
• Previous role as ISSO, ISSM, or cloud security specialist
• Knowledge of NIST, RMF, and other compliance frameworks
• Understanding of advanced Zero Trust architectures
• Led IA/IT projects and cross-functional teams

Positions available in Arlington, VA (hybrid-friendly).

Zetier is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business need.