Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) - CLEARANCE and POL with

Constellation Technologies Inc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Information Security Systems Engineer to lead efforts in safeguarding sensitive information. This role demands extensive expertise in security frameworks, risk management, and a strong background in auditing and penetration testing. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal requirements and implementing robust security measures. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of security tools and principles, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits while contributing to a mission-critical environment.

Benefits

Healthcare

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Training Reimbursement

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Professional Development

Team Events

Flexible Work Locations

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in an ISSE role or similar.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 3; CISSP and ISSEP certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Manage security frameworks and conduct risk assessments.
• Utilize security tools for auditing and penetration testing.

Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NMAP

PKI

Wireshark

Auditing

Penetration Testing

Scripting

IASAE Certification

CISSP Certification

ISSEP Certification

NISCAP Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance

Bachelor's degree in Security Systems Engineering

Tools

Nessus

Wireshark

Job description

Job Description: Senior Information Security Systems Engineer (ISSE)

This position requires expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF), NMAP, PKI, Wireshark, auditing, penetration testing, scripting, and certifications such as IASAE, CISSP, ISSEP, and NISCAP. Due to federal contract requirements, U.S. citizenship, an active TS/SCI security clearance, and a polygraph are mandatory.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph.
2. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Security Systems Engineering, or related field.
3. At least 14 years of experience in an ISSE role or similar.
4. DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 3; CISSP and ISSEP certifications are required.
5. Minimum five years' experience with Defense in Depth principles, including access control, PKI, network security, and risk assessment.
6. Hands-on experience with security tools like Nessus, NMAP, Wireshark, and secure system configurations.
7. Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and in teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional DoD 8570 IASAE Level 2 or 3 compliance.
• Experience with security service management, penetration testing, and application security.
• Experience with scripting languages and developing security policies.

Compensation and Benefits:

Annual salary range: $140,000 – $265,000, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, training reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Additional perks include professional development, team events, and flexible work locations across multiple states.