Information Systems Security Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph required)

Red Alpha; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Information Systems Security Engineer to uphold operational security standards. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with teams to implement security controls, conduct vulnerability assessments, and advise on best practices. The position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, including generous leave and comprehensive health insurance. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering engineering excellence and making a difference in national security. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to contribute to meaningful missions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401k contributions up to 10%

5 weeks of personal time off

100% health, dental, and vision insurance premiums

$5250 per year for education and training

$300 per year for company branded merchandise

Fun company events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
• Experience securing cloud-hosted workloads and conducting vulnerability scans.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage system security controls across the RMF lifecycle.
• Monitor compliance and recommend security enhancements.

Skills

Information Systems Security

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Linux Administration

Microsoft Administration

Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Vulnerability Scanning

Security Best Practices

Bash

Python

Git

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in a related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Job description

A little about us:

Red Alpha is seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to join our exceptional team. As an Information Systems Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of operational security across our systems, while leveraging your extensive technical expertise. Working closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), development teams, and customer POCs, you will ensure strict compliance with security controls and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to draft, implement, review, manage, and document system security controls across the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle.
• Work with internal teams and cross-functional stakeholders to develop achievable Plans of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms) to address and remediate system risk.
• Monitor and guide POA&Ms to closure.
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with client security requirements and recommend possible security enhancements.
• Serve as a focal point for developer teams and external stakeholders or security questions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Linux and Microsoft administration security best practices.
• Coordinate with security and development teams to identify, report, and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Oversee security architecture across a variety of applications or domains, including cloud computing and hybrid environments, assigned to project/initiatives of large size, complexity, and risk.
• Advise Stakeholders on security best practices and provide clarification on security policies and regulations.
• Develop actionable security blueprints, principles, models, designs, standards, and guidelines to ensure enterprise IT architecture and support is consistent, usable, secure and adds value to the business.
• Stay up-to-date with current information security trends and industry best practices.

What you bring to the table:

• An active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field. (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Hands-on experience securing cloud-hosted workloads on major cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.).
• Hands-on experience conducting system vulnerability scanning for complex systems.
• Experience hardening applications and software delivery pipelines.

Bonus Skills:

• Previous working experience in either: software development, systems administration, system engineering, network administration, or IT audit (Big 4).
• Experience supporting agile software development teams.
• Experience automating security controls with Bash, Python, Go, Powershell or other languages.
• Experience securing serverless and Kubernetes workloads.
• Experience building and maintaining SecDevOps pipelines.
• Experience identifying, planning, and implementing new cybersecurity enhancements for multiple teams.
• Experience automating compliance and security scanning.
• Working knowledge of Git.
• Advanced level certifications: CISA, CISSP, CISM, GCIH, CCSP, CASP+ CE, professional level cloud vendor certification.

The total package:

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs.

Salary Range:

Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself. Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $120,000 - $250,000.

Some of our additional perks and benefits include:

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family.
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!