Information Systems Security Engineer with Security Clearance

The Swift Group; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Information Systems Security Engineer to enhance the security of their computing environments. This role involves performing technical security assessments, validating system security requirements, and ensuring compliance with information assurance standards. You will collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement secure systems while advocating for necessary security measures. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and security, and contribute to vital projects that protect sensitive information. If you are passionate about security and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Wellness benefits

Financial benefits

Retirement plans

Education benefits

Time off benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• DoD 8570 compliance and CISSP certification are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Advocate for system-level solutions to resolve security requirements.
• Provide security planning, assessment, and risk analysis.

Skills

Information Assurance

Security Engineering

Risk Management

System Security Requirements

Technical Security Assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

DoD 8570 compliance

CISSP Certification

Job description

Information Systems Security Engineer with Security Clearance

Employer: The Swift Group

Location: Laurel

Salary: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00 USD Annual

Closing date: 9 May 2025

Sector: IT

Job Role: Security Engineer

Job Type: Permanent

OPS Consulting is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer to work in Laurel, MD. The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) shall perform and review technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance, establish information assurance standards and confirm regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies. The ISSE will validate and verify system security requirements and build IA systems deployed to operational environments.

Responsibilities:

1. Participate as the primary security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of architectures, systems, or system components.
2. Knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.
3. Make recommendations on the system-level to resolve security requirements.
4. Perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, including those with differing data protection.
5. Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management.
6. Advocate and recommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements.
7. Monitor and suggest improvements to IA policy.
8. Interact with customers, IT staff, and high-level corporate officers to define and achieve required IA objectives.
9. Provide assistance to ensure that the architecture and design of information systems are functional and secure, including program of record systems and special purpose environments with platform IT interconnectivity.

Requirements:

1. Level 0: No demonstrated experience is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level 1 is required. Four (4) years of ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
2. Level 1: Seven (7) years of experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level 2 is required. Four (4) years of ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
3. Level 2: Fourteen (14) years of experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. DoD 8570.01-M compliance with Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level 2 is required. CISSP Certification is required. Four (4) years of ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
4. Level 3: Twenty (20) years of experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. DoD 8570 with Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level 3 is required. Both Information Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) and CISSP Certification are required. Four (4) years of ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Security Clearance: A current government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required.

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range: $49,996.80 – $290,004.00. Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.