Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Amentum Holdings, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to support SSP program offices. The role focuses on embedding cybersecurity requirements in system designs, risk-aware decision making, and ensuring secure architectures for non-enterprise systems.

Onsite at NSWC Crane with regular travel to SPHQ or Field Activities. Ideal candidates hold a BS in engineering, Security+ or equivalent, OS/CE training, and the ability to attain TS/CNWDI clearance; 40%+ travel is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification.
• OS/CE certificate of training as dictated by Command CWF-PM.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/CNWDI US Government Clearance; Interim Secret to start; US citizenship required.
• Willing and able to travel 40% or more.
• Graduate degree in Cybersecurity or CISSP/CISM (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply requirements for large-scale or service-specific pilot projects.
• Support the Program Office Technical Lead identifying issues and action items in ISSE discussions.
• Interact with Program Offices and contractors via teleconferences and on-site meetings.
• Coordinate with SSP representatives and contractors through assessments and technical meetings.
• Support development of technical presentations and provide comments on content.
• Develop System Security Plans detailing implemented controls for each system.
• Support Program Office acquisitions for Cyber Security strategies and E/OQE artifacts.
• Work with SSP programs to develop lifecycle plans.

Skills

Clearance ability

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Planning large-scale networks

Travel 40%+

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent

OS/CE certificate of training

Graduate degree in Cybersecurity / CISSP/CISM (preferred)

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to support Program Offices within Department of War Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). The ISSE will support non-enterprise information systems of large-scaled programs of record (POR), as well as multiple Science and Technology (S&T) programs. The Senior ISSE will provide direct support to the Program Office Technical Lead onsite at NSWC Crane and will be expected to travel regularly to SPHQ or Field Activities.

The ISSE will ensure Cybersecurity requirements support system acquisition, development, test, and sustainment, and are embedded in SSP system designs. Their duties involve requirements analysis, design, development, implementation, and integration of Cybersecurity system architectures that provide cyber resiliency and Cybersecurity capabilities into SSP’s non-enterprise systems. They are responsible for ensuring that design alternatives are selected that appropriately account for risk to mission regarding the cyber security posture.

Additional Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply requirements for large-scale or service specific pilot projects.
• Support the Program Office Technical Lead as needed identifying issues and action items and participating in ISSE discussions.
• Provide customer interactions with Program Offices and associated contractors/subcontractors. Customer interactions will be a combination of teleconferences and on-site meetings.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the stakeholders, including SSP representatives and contractors/subcontractors through assessments, subject matter expert input to proposals, technical interchange meetings, status teleconferences, email correspondence, and other meetings as required.
• Support development of technical presentations and provide comments on the technical content.
• Develop System Security Plans detailing the security controls implemented for each information system.
• Support (prepare, review, and present) the Program Office's DoW Acquisition process in the development of the Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) (i.e. Cyber Security Strategy, GAO responses,
• Clinger Cohen Act, Cyber Test & Evaluation Strategy, etc.) for multiple programs, in compliance with SSP Regulations.
• Work with SSP programs to develop and maintain lifecycle plans.
• Evaluate performer deliverables and presentations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent, with 5+ years of relevant experience
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification
• Operating System/Computing Environment (OS/CE) certificate of training, as dictated by Command CWF-PM.
• Collaborate with large and highly competent technical teams.
• Strategic high-level thinking
• Ability/experience with planning an initiative involving large-scale, networked systems.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/ CNWDI US Government Clearance. Interim Secret clearance required to start. Please note US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret/ TS/ CNWDI Clearance.
• Willing and able to travel 40% or more.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Graduate degree in Cybersecurity, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification
• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Military and Department of War Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) experience

Compensation Details:

$100,000.00-$150,000.00 annually

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

10/29/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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