Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

LV8D Solutions LLC

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Match
Profit Sharing
Career Development
Flexible work hours
PTO & Holidays

Job summary

LV8D Solutions is seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to lead security engineering activities across the system lifecycle. The role requires translating protection requirements into acquisition and development artifacts, and coordinating with A&A stakeholders.

Ideal candidates bring ICD 503 familiarity, multi-OS experience (Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac), and hands-on skills in security design, COTS/GOTS integration, and project leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience with ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process
  • Proficient with networks, computer components, system protocols, and COTS/GOTS products
  • Knowledge of system methodologies including: client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers
  • Expertise in software integration of COTS and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products
  • Education relevant to computer engineering, information security, information management, and/or computer science
  • Experience in technical project management
  • Technical experience in configuring and supporting Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OS
  • Technical experience in VMware, Xen, Hyper V
  • Technical experience in software engineering, program design and implementation, configuration management, system maintenance, integration testing, and information system engineering
  • High school's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • Conduct Information System (IS) security engineering activities throughout the system development/acquisition lifecycles
  • Capture and refine information protection requirements to ensure their integration into IS acquisitions and IS development through purposeful security design or configuration
  • Integrates security functional requirements into existing acquisition lifecycle phases, milestones, and deliverables using systems engineering principles and methodologies
  • Coordinates activities with A&A stakeholders and shall be knowledgeable of Analytics/Metrics tools to identify trends and patterns across the Enterprise

Skills

ISSE
Security engineering
Lifecycle security
Communication
Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Windows
Linux
Unix
Mac OS
VMware

Job description

Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The role of Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)* is responsible for conducting information systems security engineer activities throughout the lifecycle.

Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The role of Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)* is responsible for conducting information systems security engineer activities throughout the lifecycle.

Position Overview

LV8D Solutions is seeking an ISSE to capture and refine information protection requirements to ensure their integration into information systems acquisitions and information system development through purposeful security design or configuration. Interested candidates must be knowledgeable of best practices when implementing security controls including software engineering methodologies, security engineering methodologies, security engineering principles, and secure coding techniques and coordinate activities with Assessment and Authorization (A&A) stakeholders. Additionally, interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.

Requirements
Key Responsibilities
  • Responsible for conducting Information System (IS) security engineering activities throughout the system development/acquisition lifecycles
  • Responsible for capturing and refining information protection requirements to ensure their integration into IS acquisitions and IS development through purposeful security design or configuration
  • Integrates security functional requirements into existing acquisition lifecycle phases, milestones, and deliverables using systems engineering principles and methodologies.
  • Coordinates activities with A & A stake-holders and shall be knowledgeable of Analytics/Metrics tools to identify trends and patterns across the Enterprise
Required Qualifications
  • Knowledge of and experience with ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process
  • Proficient with networks, computer components, system protocols, and COTs technology
  • Knowledge of system methodologies including: client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers
  • Expertise in software integration of COTS and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products
  • Education relevant to computer engineering, information security, information management, and/or computer science
  • Experience in technical project management
  • Technical experience in configuring and supporting, at minimum, Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OS
  • Technical experience in configuring and supporting, at minimum, VMware, Xen, Hyper V
  • Technical experience in software engineering, program design and implementation, configuration management, system maintenance, integration testing, and information system engineering
  • High school's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience
Certification

Must have one of the following IAT Level III Certification:

  • CISSP
  • CASP
  • CISA
  • GCED
  • GCIH
Security Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
  • Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph
Work Environment
  • On-site work in a government or contractor facility
  • Occasional travel (up to 10%)
  • This position is dependent on a contract seat being awarded
About LV8D Solutions

LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design, acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers' space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplary compensation and total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talent and committed to national defense and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Benefits
Performance & Recognition
Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities

Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.

Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty

Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.

Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities

Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.

Milestone Rewards

Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.

Financial & Retirement Benefits
Profit Sharing

Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401 (k), with immediate vesting.

401(k) Company Match

The company matches your 401 (k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.

Career Development

The company invests in your professional growth through:

  • Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications
  • Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution
Work-Life Balance

Support for a healthy work-life balance includes:

  • Flexible work hours
  • Competitive paid time off (PTO)
  • Company holidays
Health & Wellness Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Medical Coverage

Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees

Dental & Vision
  • Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents
  • Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
Income Protection
  • 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
  • 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
  • Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance
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