Security Engineer, Fort Belvoir, VA (Hybrid) -21782 with Security

Polaris Consulting Group, Inc.; Fort Belvoir (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking a Security Engineer/Architect to work on system designs involving data protection and classification. This hybrid role is based in Fort Belvoir, VA, requiring collaboration with teams and adherence to DoD policies. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, focusing on protecting national security assets.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life & AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience with a Master's, 9+ with a Bachelor's, or 13 years with a High School diploma.
• Current TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly required.

Responsibilities

• Create and review authorization documentation per federal and DoD policy.
• Assess operational risks using vulnerability management tools.
• Provide security planning and risk management support.

Skills

Risk Analysis

Collaboration

Security Planning

Vulnerability Management

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

DISA STIGs

Security+

Job description

Security Engineer (ISSE) Job Description

Polaris is seeking a Security Engineer/Architect to understand and document system designs involving multiple enclaves with varying data protection and classification requirements. The candidate should have knowledge of distributed architectures and cloud-based systems for big data applications. This role is hybrid, based at our customer site in Ft. Belvoir, VA.

Anticipated Salary Range: $120,000 – $190,000. This range is a good faith estimate based on location, responsibilities, and market benchmarks. Final compensation will be determined at the offer stage, considering education, certifications, experience, skills, and internal factors.

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Create, review, and edit authorization documentation per federal and DoD policy.
2. Understand and implement DoD RMF system accreditation processes.
3. Assess operational risks of open source and GOTS/COTS software components using vulnerability management and security scanning tools.
4. Collaborate effectively with diverse audiences, facilitate data gathering, and follow established or defensible processes.
5. Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management support.
6. Recommend system-level security solutions and guide development teams to meet security requirements.
7. Support the enforcement of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.
8. Apply IA policies and procedures to design, develop, and implement secure network and enclave environments.
9. Interact well with team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly; U.S. Citizenship required.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree, or 9+ years as an ISSE/security-focused engineer with a Bachelor's, or 13 years with a High School diploma.
• Experience with DoD system accreditation processes (DIACAP, RMF).
• Deep systems engineering knowledge and quick understanding of software/system applications.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II (e.g., Security+).
• Experience with DISA STIGs, SRGs, vulnerability management, and automated security scans.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Work is hybrid at Ft. Belvoir, VA, with on-site presence 2–3 days/week; flexibility required.

Preferred Requirements

• CISSP–ISSEP certification highly desired.

Why Join Polaris?

• Mission-driven work protecting national security assets.
• Growth-oriented culture fostering innovation and career development.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and advancement opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Life & AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.

Polaris Consulting Group, Inc., a SBA 8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, VA, provides cybersecurity, acquisition, and program management solutions to the DoD, IC, and federal agencies. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.