Senior Information System Security Engineer

Redhorse Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Redhorse Corporation seeks a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to provide expert IA services for national security networks. You will bridge complex technical requirements and business processes to keep systems compliant, secure, and resilient against evolving threats.

Key duties include defining security requirements, creating SSPs, developing ST&E plans, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and ensuring RMF, DIACAP, NIACAP compliance across programs.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with FS Poly clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field as listed.
• 8+ years of information assurance and ISSE experience.
• Experience with certification and accreditation (C&A) of information systems.
• Hands-on with NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), DIACAP, NIACAP, or DCID 6/3.
• Proficiency in SSPs and vulnerability scanning.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and programmatic IA services for security systems.
• Design and implement security requirements within business processes.
• Prepare security documentation using guidelines like NIST SP 800-37.
• Develop and execute ST&E plans to verify security controls.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments and recommend mitigations.
• Develop security architectures and support incident investigations.

Skills

Information Assurance

RMF

NIST SP 800-37

C&A

SSP development

Vulnerability scanning

Security architecture

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Tools

Jira

GitLab

DataBricks

Job description

About the Organization

Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. We are a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. We’re looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.

About the Role

Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. To support this mission, we are seeking a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to provide expert technical and programmatic Information Assurance (IA) services. In this role, you will be the cornerstone of security for our nation's most critical network and information systems. You will bridge the gap between complex technical requirements and business processes, ensuring that as we innovate, we remain compliant, secure, and resilient against evolving threats. Your work will directly impact the security posture of systems that handle vital government data.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and programmatic Information Assurance services to internal and external customers to support network and information security systems.
• Design, develop, and implement security requirements within the organization’s business processes.
• Prepare comprehensive security documentation utilizing accepted guidelines such as DITSCAP, DIACAP, and NIST SP 800-37.
• Develop and execute Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) plans to verify the efficacy of security controls.
• Conduct complex risk and vulnerability assessments to identify system weaknesses and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Analyze existing policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations, providing strategic recommendations to close compliance gaps.
• Develop, test, and integrate computer and network security tools to enhance system defense.
• Manage and complete System Security Plans (SSP) and Contingency Plans to ensure operational continuity.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to address identified deficiencies.
• Secure system configurations, install security tools, and scan systems to determine and report compliance results.
• Conduct security program audits and develop solutions to lessen identified risks.
• Provide IA support for the development and implementation of security architectures to meet new and evolving requirements.
• Assist in computer incident investigations and perform root cause analysis.
• Develop strategies to comply with privacy, risk management, and e-authentication requirements.

Required Experience/Clearance

• Must have an active TS/SCI with FS Poly security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 8+ years of related experience performing information assurance and information systems security engineering duties.
• Demonstrated experience in the certification and accreditation (C&A) of information systems.
• Direct experience with NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), DIACAP, NIACAP, or DCID 6/3 frameworks.
• Proficiency in developing System Security Plans (SSP) and performing vulnerability scans.

Desired Experience

We encourage all candidates who meet the basic requirements to apply, even if you do not have any of the following experience:

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, ISSEP, or CISM.
• Experience with modern cloud security environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with automated compliance tools and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Operational experience with DataBricks, GitLab, or Jira in a secure environment.
• Experience leading a team of junior security analysts or engineers.

$140,000 - $160,000 a year

The salary range provided for this position represents the anticipated base salary for successful candidates. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, security clearance level, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in Redhorse's comprehensive benefits programs and may be eligible for performance-based or other incentive compensation, where applicable.

Redhorse Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse’s changing needs. This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse’s sole discretion.