ISSE – RMF, Zero Trust, TS/SCI, On-Site

Axiom Consultants; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Consultants in Virginia is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support mission-critical programs in a 100% on-site SCIF environment in Norfolk, VA. You will apply RMF, conduct risk assessments, and help design secure systems with Zero Trust principles.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in cybersecurity engineering or risk management, an active TS/SCI clearance, a technical bachelor's degree, and certifications such as CISSP or CASP+.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of cybersecurity experience in engineering, compliance, or risk management.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a technical discipline (e.g., Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering).
• CISSP or CASP+ certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply RMF per NIST guidance to assess, authorize, and monitor systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and security evaluations.
• Support design, implementation, and maintenance of Zero Trust architectures.
• Develop and maintain SSPs, POA&M, and security controls documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure secure system design and integration.
• Evaluate controls for effectiveness and compliance with requirements.
• Support continuous monitoring and incident response activities.
• Provide guidance on cybersecurity best practices and threats.

Skills

RMF lifecycle

Zero Trust

NIST SP 800-53

A&A processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Axiom Consultants in Virginia is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support mission-critical programs in a 100% on-site SCIF environment in Norfolk, VA. You will apply RMF, conduct risk assessments, and help design secure systems with Zero Trust principles.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in cybersecurity engineering or risk management, an active TS/SCI clearance, a technical bachelor's degree, and certifications such as CISSP or CASP+.