Informational Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Peraton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support law enforcement efforts in the U.S. The role focuses on security systems engineering, collaboration with stakeholders, and maintaining security compliance. The ISSE will engage in security monitoring, audits, and provide critical support for mission-critical applications. Enhanced benefits include 25 days of PTO and a bonus plan.

Benefits

Subsidized Employee Benefits

25 Days of PTO Annually

Attractive Bonus Plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with security systems engineering.
• Current Top Secret security clearance required.
• CISSP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to align security initiatives.
• Provide security artifacts and evidence for control questions.
• Perform security monitoring and audits.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Security Systems Engineering

Linux

Windows Server

NIST Security Controls

Log Management

Security Scanning Tools

Agile Methodologies

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

PhD

CISSP Certification

DIACAP Certification

Tools

Azure EventHub

Splunk

Tenable

Burp Suite

Defender for Endpoint

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Office

Job description

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree and 10+ years of experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master’s Degree and 6+ years of experience; OR 3 years with PhD. Four (4) years of additional relevant experience or specialized training may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• A current/active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain a polygraph.
• Extensive experience in security systems engineering.
• Effective collaboration skills with high-performing technical teams and strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Solid communication skills, able to act as a team player across various organizational teams.
• General knowledge of Linux (RHEL7/8) and Windows Server 2019/2022.
• Experience creating and validating evidence for NIST security controls.
• Familiarity with back-end log management tools such as Azure EventHub and Splunk.
• Strong desire to learn and develop processes to enhance overall security.
• Experience with enterprise security scanning tools including Tenable, Burp Suite, and Defender for Endpoint.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in an Agile environment using project sprints and Azure Boards.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud systems and Microsoft Office applications such as PowerPoint and Excel.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• DOD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP).

Peraton offers enhanced benefits including subsidized employee benefits coverage, 25 days of PTO annually, and participation in an attractive bonus plan.

Our mission involves providing technical capabilities to support law enforcement in protecting the United States. We seek an Informational Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) with expertise in user interface development and big data capabilities.

The ISSE will support critical applications, collaborate with stakeholders, and help maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO). The role involves organizing and supporting security initiatives across the enterprise.

Major Duties:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to align security initiatives with operational needs.
• Engage with technical leads, developers, and system owners to ensure security packages meet FISMA and NIST guidelines.
• Provide security artifacts and evidence for control questions.
• Review audit logs and take corrective actions.
• Perform security monitoring, audits, assessments, and create security alerts using tools like Splunk or Defender for Cloud.
• Update security guides and diagrams for mission-critical systems.
• Stay informed on the latest security trends and technology to support operational needs and future strategies.