Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)-SME

Apex Systems; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 272,214,000 - 298,002,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex seeks an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to lead accreditation reviews, document security controls, and navigate RMF-based A&A processes for system approvals. You’ll collaborate with multiple teams to ensure compliance and maintain authorization statuses.

Responsibilities include developing SSPs/CONOPS, creating A&A artifacts, coordinating with owners, and supporting audits. DoD 8570 IASAE II is required; CISSP Level III is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must meet DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II.
• CISSP Level III certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Accreditation and Authorization (A&A) reviews by Group level ISSMs and Security Controls Assessors (SCA).
• Document security control implementations and gather artifacts for RMF and ICD 503.
• Develop Systems Security Plans (SSP) and CONOPS by understanding project architecture.
• Create A&A related documents such as Contingency Plans (CP), General User Guides (GUG), Privileged User Guides (PUG), and SOPs.
• Document Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) and gather required evidence from system owners and engineering teams.
• Coordinate with personnel to obtain A&A content and navigate the customer’s A&A process for system authorizations.
• Monitor A&A projects and report on their status.
• Support audit liaison activities and compliance oversight to promote RMF compliance.
• Perform technical content reviews and edits for document updates as part of the Annual ISCM and OA Strategy Plan Update.
• Provide audit liaison support for internal and external audits and data calls.

Skills

ISSE RMF

A&A reviews

SSP development

Documentation

Education

IASAE Level II

CISSP Level III (preferred)

Job description

Job#: 3044835

Job Description:

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)-SME

Pay Rate: $95-$104/hr

Clearance Required: Must be eligible to obtain/maintain aTS/SCI with CI Poly

Location: (On-site) JBAB

Certification: CISSP

Role Overview

We are seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support a subject matter expert role. This position involves leading accreditation and authorization reviews, documenting security controls, and navigating the customer's A&A process to achieve system approvals. The role requires working with various teams to ensure compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Accreditation and Authorization (A&A) reviews by Group level ISSMs and Security Controls Assessors (SCA).
• Document security control implementations and gather artifacts for the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ICD 503 Security Accreditation.
• Develop Systems Security Plans (SSP) and CONOPS by understanding project architecture.
• Create A&A related documents such as Contingency Plans (CP), General User Guides (GUG), Privileged User Guides (PUG), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Document Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) and gather required evidence from system owners and engineering teams.
• Coordinate with personnel to obtain A&A content and navigate the customer's A&A process for system authorizations.
• Monitor A&A projects and report on their status.
• Support audit liaison activities and compliance oversight to promote RMF compliance.
• Perform technical content reviews and edits for document updates as part of the Annual ISCM and OA Strategy Plan Update.
• Provide audit liaison support for internal and external audits and data calls.

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Must meet DoD Manual 8570.01-M at the Information Assurance System Architects & Engineer (IASAE) Level II.

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP Level III certification is preferred.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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