ISSE / ISSO - multiple levels - CLEARANCE and POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Constellation Technologies, Inc; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare options

Training reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Complimentary branded apparel

Job summary

A technology and security solutions firm is looking for ISSE/ISSO professionals in Laurel, MD. The role requires an active TS/SCI security clearance and offers a competitive pay range of $85,000 – $270,000 per year based on skills and experience. Candidates must have experience in Information Systems Security Engineering/Operations and demonstrate a strong knowledge of security policies and evaluation procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience within the last five years.
• Experience completing security evaluations of software systems.

Responsibilities

• Propose and enforce information systems security policies.
• Perform day-to-day security operations.
• Complete security evaluations of systems to meet requirements.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph

Experience in Information Systems Security Engineering/Operations

DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher

Experience as an ISSO/ISSE

Knowledge of NIST 800-53

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

ISSE / ISSO - multiple levels - CLEARANCE and POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Pay range: $85,000 – $270,000 per year (base). Additional pay will be based on skills and experience.

United States citizenship and an active TSSCI security clearance with polygraph are required for the position.

Required Qualifications

• Must have TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph
• Must be a US Citizen
• Two (02) years within the last five (05) years of experience directly related to Information Systems Security Engineering/Operations; Level 04 requires a minimum of fifteen (15) years; Level 03 requires a minimum of twelve (12) years; Level 02 requires a minimum of nine (09) years; Level 01 requires a minimum of six (06) years.
• Minimum of High School Diploma
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher.
• Experience as an ISSO/ISSE with emphasis on Defense-in-Depth principles, network, and enterprise security architecture
• Experience applying the principles of NIST 800‑53 including RMF procedures
• Familiarity with STE/STN requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge of current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools
• Experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements
• Experience preparing and maintaining SSPs and other security documentation
• Experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program
• Demonstrated experience performing day‑to‑day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems

Nice to Have Qualifications

• DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 2 or 3
• Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) Certification
• Computer Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification
• Ability to ensure appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system
• Support continuous monitoring of networks to detect and correct areas of security non‑compliance, unmitigated vulnerabilities, and other risks
• Perform regular audits of information systems
• Assist the information systems security manager in preparing the information system for periodic reaccreditation

Benefits Package

• Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer‑paid premium plus a company‑funded HSA
• Dental insurance with 100% employer‑paid premium
• Vision with 80% employer‑paid premium
• Life insurance 100% employer‑paid
• Short‑term and long‑term disability 100% employer‑paid
• Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement
• Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, AWS, and NetApp training and accreditation
• Annual reimbursement for technology (phones, computers, printers, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting after 90 days of employment

Environment & Perks

• Professional development investment and paid time off for training
• Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, California, Florida and Hawaii
• Team building events throughout the year such as destination family events, holiday party, monthly get‑togethers
• Leadership team engagement and mentorship
• Performance recognition program
• Complimentary branded apparel

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and other protected characteristics. Applicants can submit questions about policy to [e-mail].

We may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. To learn more about data processing, contact us.

The pay range is a general guideline only and may vary based on responsibilities, experience, skills, and internal equity.

Contact: [e-mail] for information about the external referral program (up to $10,000 referral bonus).