ISSE/Systems Security Engineer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking an experienced ISSE/Systems Security Engineer to support RDTE program work. This role involves developing IA documentation, coordinating vulnerability assessments, and working with IASE, system admins, engineers, and developers to ensure secure systems.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of relevant experience, a High School Diploma or BA, DoD 8570 IA Management Level II, and knowledge of DoD IA requirements.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant experience.
• High School Diploma or BA degree.
• DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification.
• Knowledge of DoD security and IA requirements (DoDI 8500.2; DISA STIG).
• UNIX and Windows system administration knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop IA documentation (PIT designation requests, PIT Risk Assessment, DIACAP plans).
• Create POA&Ms and SOPs.
• Coordinate host and network vulnerability assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Interact with IASE, system admins, engineers, and developers.
• Assist with security assessment tools and testing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or BA degree

Tools

Nessus

Job description

ISSE/SYSTEMS SECURITY ENGINEER (RDTE)

Bowhead is seeking an experienced ISSE/Systems Security Engineer who will be responsible for supporting a specific government program Information Assurance Security Engineer (IASE). This includes becoming familiar with the program systems/technology, program documentation, and system architecture drawings.

Essential functions for the Systems Security Engineer include, but are not limited to:

• Developing a variety of IA related documentation, to include but not be limited to, Platform Information Technology (PIT) designation requests, PIT Risk Assessment requests, DoD IA Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) plans
• Create Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Coordinating host and network vulnerability assessments with system administrators and developing strategies to mitigate discrepancies
• Must be able to closely support and interact with the IASE, system administrators, system engineers, and system developers
• Five (5+) or more years of relevant experience required
• High School Diploma or BA degree
• Knowledgeable with DoD security and IA requirements as outlined in DoDI 8500.2 and the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG).
• Must have knowledge of basic to advanced UNIX and Windows system administration. Current knowledge of DoD Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) policies and standards.
• DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Experience with security assessment tools such as Nessus
• Experience with security control implementation and testing
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 15-20 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.