Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Aermor-LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

AERMOR is seeking an experienced ISSE to support the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). The role emphasizes RMF, A&A, and defense cybersecurity documentation for Navy information systems, with hands-on vulnerability assessment and continuous monitoring.

The ideal candidate will have DoD/Navy RMF experience, artifact development, and collaboration with government personnel to maintain authorization and posture in a DoD environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical or managerial discipline.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or equivalent).
• 5+ years in cybersecurity/engineering/A&A/RMF or related field; >7 years if no bachelor’s degree.
• Strong knowledge of RMF and DoD/DoN documentation requirements.
• Hands-on experience with A&A activities and security authorization packages.
• Experience developing RMF artifacts (POA&Ms, risk assessments, security plans).
• Familiarity with IA/INFOSEC concepts and DoD/Navy cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support RMF and A&A activities for Navy information systems.
• Develop and maintain Navy Security Authorization Packages and documentation.
• Create RMF artifacts (POA&Ms, risk assessments, security plans).
• Assess security controls and support continuous monitoring.
• Maintain RMF documentation in eMASS and keep packages current.
• Analyze vulnerabilities and support remediation and risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs and DoD/DoN requirements.
• Collaborate with system admins and stakeholders to resolve findings.

Skills

RMF

A&A

Security+

DoD/DoN

eMASS

ACAS/Tenable

DISA STIGs

Vulnerability analysis

Security controls

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/management field

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Security Clearance: Active Secret

Location: Virginia Beach- Onsite

AERMOR is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). The ISSE will provide cybersecurity and technical support focused on Risk Management Framework (RMF), Assessment & Authorization (A&A), security authorization packages, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity compliance for Navy information systems and networks.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting DoD or Navy RMF processes, developing and maintaining cybersecurity authorization artifacts, assessing security controls, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, and maintaining systems in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DoN) cybersecurity requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities for Navy information systems.
• Develop, maintain, and update Navy Security Authorization Packages and associated cybersecurity documentation.
• Develop and maintain RMF artifacts, including Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), risk assessments, Security Assessment Plans, security plans, and supporting authorization documentation.
• Assess and validate the implementation of applicable security controls and support continuous monitoring activities.
• Maintain RMF and authorization documentation within eMASS, ensuring packages remain current as systems, software, hardware, infrastructure, and operating environments change.
• Conduct system and network vulnerability analysis and evaluate cybersecurity risks associated with system changes and integrations.
• Analyze vulnerability and compliance findings using ACAS/Tenable and support remediation and risk-mitigation activities.
• Support system hardening and cybersecurity compliance in accordance with applicable DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and DoD/DoN cybersecurity requirements.
• Evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with cybersecurity policies and security requirements.
• Provide cybersecurity analysis related to ports and protocols, firewall policies, system/network configurations, contingency planning, and risk mitigation.
• Work with system administrators, government personnel, and cybersecurity stakeholders to resolve security findings and maintain system authorization and cybersecurity posture.
• Develop technical documentation, SOPs, checklists, workflow processes, briefings, and other documentation supporting RMF and cybersecurity activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or managerial-related discipline. Additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the degree.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. - Security+ or greater.
• 5+ years of practical experience in cybersecurity, engineering, A&A, RMF, or a closely related field. Candidates without a bachelor's degree must possess 7+ years of qualifying experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and associated documentation requirements.
• Hands-on experience supporting Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and security authorization packages.
• Experience developing and maintaining cybersecurity/RMF artifacts such as POA&Ms, risk assessments, Security Assessment Plans, security plans, and security control documentation.
• Knowledge and experience with Information Assurance (IA)/INFOSEC concepts and requirements.
• Experience performing system/network vulnerability analysis, risk assessments, and risk mitigation.
• Familiarity with eMASS and vulnerability/compliance tools such as ACAS/Tenable.
• Knowledge of DISA STIGs, security controls, ports and protocols, firewall policies, and contingency planning.
• Experience supporting DoD and/or Navy cybersecurity environments and authorization processes.

Compensation:

Compensation for this position is based on several considerations, including applicable contract wage rates and labor categories, geographic location, relevant professional experience, technical expertise, education, certifications, and overall alignment with the role's requirements.

AERMOR is committed to providing competitive pay along with a benefits package designed to support employees throughout their careers. Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

• Salary Range: $105,000-$125,000/yr