ISSE / ISSO - multiple levels - FULLY CLEARED with POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Constellation Technologies, Inc; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare options

100% employer-paid dental insurance

Annual training reimbursements

401(k) with company match

Team building events

Training reimbursement

Tech training & accreditation

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking candidates for a Security Engineer position located in Fort Meade, Maryland. Candidates must have a TS/SCI security clearance and be U.S. citizens, with relevant experience in Information Systems Security Engineering. Responsibilities include maintaining and evaluating security operations, preparing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with federal security standards. Competitive benefits include paid training, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must have TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Experience as an ISSO/ISSE with defense-focused responsibilities.
• Minimum of six years relevant experience depending on level.
• Level 03 requires 12 years of experience.
• Level 02 requires 9 years of experience.
• Level 01 requires 6 years of experience.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher.
• Experience as ISSO/ISSE with defense-in-depth, network, and enterprise security architecture.
• Experience with RMF/NIST 800-53 procedures.
• Familiarity with STE/STN requirements.
• Knowledge of security tools, hardware/software security, communication protocols, encryption techniques/tools.
• Experience evaluating security of software systems or architectures.
• Experience preparing SSPs and other security documentation.
• Experience proposing and enforcing security policies on large IT programs.
• Experience day-to-day security operations of large systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security operations for large information systems.
• Complete security evaluations to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and maintain security documentation, including SSPs.
• Propose and enforce security policies for IT programs.

Skills

Experience with NESSUS

Experience with NMAP

Experience with Wireshark

DoD 8570 compliance

Understanding of Defense-in-Depth principles

Knowledge of NIST 800-53

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

DoD 8570 IAT Level I+

Tools

Security tools and encryption techniques

NMAP

Wireshark

Job description

Nessus, NMAP, Wireshark

Due to federal contract requirements, United States citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph are required for the position.

Required Qualifications

• Must have TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph
• Must be a US Citizen
• This position is open to multiple levels of years of experience; two (02) years within the last five (05) years must be directly related to Information Systems Security Engineering / Operations:
• Level 04 requires a minimum fifteen (15) years of experience
• Level 03 requires a minimum twelve (12) years of experience
• Level 02 requires a minimum nine (09) years of experience
• Level 01 requires a minimum six (06) years of experience
• 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 the NIST 800-53 including the procedures in the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Familiarity with STE/STN requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with several of the following: 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 related 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 the 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
• Employer paid Life insurance 100%
• Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability 100%
• 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 i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc.
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment)

Environment and 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

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