Senior DoD Systems Security Engineer - Security & Compliance

Strategic Data Systems; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Data Systems seeks a Senior Systems Security Engineer to lead security design, deployment, and accreditation for Navy IT environments in Dahlgren, VA. You will apply DoD cybersecurity policies, perform vulnerability assessments, STIG implementation, and support audits.

The role requires six years of DoD/Navy security experience, IAM III certification (CISM/CISSP), and hands-on SIEM/EDR/IDS expertise. Salary negotiable with benefits; start date contingent on contract award.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of professional IT security experience with the DoD or Navy.
• Experience with vulnerability analysis, risk analysis, SCAP scans, and STIG implementation.
• IAM III certifications (CISM or CISSP) required.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and manage security solutions for Navy IT environments.
• Conduct vulnerability analysis and risk assessments to identify and mitigate security threats.
• Perform SCAP scans and implement STIGs to harden systems.
• Execute virus and malware scans, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Support the accreditation and auditing of systems, maintaining compliance with DoD and Navy security frameworks.
• Troubleshoot security incidents, access control issues, and system vulnerabilities to maintain a resilient IT environment.
• Provide technical guidance and cybersecurity best practices to IT and security teams.

Skills

Vulnerability analysis

Risk assessment

Security administration

Cybersecurity best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

IAM III certifications (CISM or CISSP)

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint security

Intrusion detection systems

Job description

Strategic Data Systems seeks a Senior Systems Security Engineer to lead security design, deployment, and accreditation for Navy IT environments in Dahlgren, VA. You will apply DoD cybersecurity policies, perform vulnerability assessments, STIG implementation, and support audits.

The role requires six years of DoD/Navy security experience, IAM III certification (CISM/CISSP), and hands-on SIEM/EDR/IDS expertise. Salary negotiable with benefits; start date contingent on contract award.