ISSE: Mission-Critical Cyber Defense (TS/SCI)

Helm Point Solutions, Inc.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 220,000 - 265,000; Full time

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Job summary

Helm Point Solutions, Inc. is seeking experienced Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSEs) to support vital intelligence operations in Linthicum, Maryland.

This full-time role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph and offers a competitive salary of $220,000–$265,000 depending on experience, in a government/military environment. You will conduct security assessments, define and verify system security requirements, implement IA and cybersecurity solutions, and assist with RMF, NIST, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of ISSE experience in roles with similar scope and complexity.
• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience substitution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and IA compliance.
• Define, verify, and validate system security requirements and contribute to the design of security architectures.
• Implement and integrate IA and cybersecurity solutions across complex technical environments.
• Support architects and developers in applying security policies and enterprise security solutions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the program lifecycle.
• Apply advanced knowledge in risk management, incident handling, intrusion detection, and security engineering.
• Support certification and accreditation activities within NSA/CSS NISCAP, DoD RMF, and NIST RMF frameworks.

Skills

ISSE experience

Security engineering

Risk management

IA / cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or a related field

Four additional years of experience may substitute for a degree

Tools

DoD RMF

NIST RMF

NSA/CSS NISCAP

Job description

Helm Point Solutions, Inc. is seeking experienced Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSEs) to support vital intelligence operations in Linthicum, Maryland.

This full-time role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph and offers a competitive salary of $220,000–$265,000 depending on experience, in a government/military environment. You will conduct security assessments, define and verify system security requirements, implement IA and cybersecurity solutions, and assist with RMF, NIST, and