Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) III

Intuit, Inc.; Lincoln (MA); Sur place; USD 175 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Healthcare options

401(k) retirement plan

Paid leave

Life insurance

Telehealth services

Professional development

Leadership access

Résumé du poste

AgileEdge Defense LLC is seeking a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) III to support USAF Special Programs at Hanscom Air Force Base. You will provide senior cybersecurity engineering guidance across DoD acquisition, systems engineering, and sustainment activities, ensuring secure information systems throughout their lifecycle.

The role requires deep RMF expertise, experience with NIST SP 800-53, DISA STIGs, and collaboration with government leaders, program managers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Senior-level experience in information systems security engineering or DoD program support.
• Experience implementing and evaluating cybersecurity requirements for DoD information systems.
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, DoD RMF, DISA STIGs, and cybersecurity authorization.
• Experience developing RMF authorization packages and security documentation.
• Ability to assess technical security risks and propose engineering solutions.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• U.S. citizenship and active DoD Top Secret clearance.

Responsabilités

• Provide senior-level ISSE support throughout the DoD lifecycle.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity architectures and system security requirements.
• Support RMF activities including security control selection and authorization.
• Develop and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, and related artifacts.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk evaluations.
• Apply DISA STIGs and DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Support ATO activities and continuous monitoring.
• Evaluate system architectures for cybersecurity compliance and risk.
• Coordinate with ISSMs, ISSOs, engineers, and program managers.
• Review contractor deliverables and provide cybersecurity recommendations.
• Support security reviews, CM activities, and remediation planning.
• Prepare assessments, briefings, risk reports for leadership.

Connaissances

RMF implementation

NIST SP 800-53

Cybersecurity architecture

Vulnerability remediation

Stakeholder coordination

DoD cybersecurity

Top Secret clearance

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Outils

eMASS

ACAS

SCAP

STIG Viewer

Description du poste

Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) III – USAF Special Programs

Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, Bedford, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Salary Range: $175,000–$200,000 Annually
Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret Required

Position Overview

AgileEdge Defense LLC (AED), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), is seeking an accomplished Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) III to support mission-critical U.S. Air Force systems engineering, cybersecurity, and sustainment activities at Hanscom Air Force Base.

The successful candidate will serve as a senior cybersecurity engineering advisor, supporting the development, integration, accreditation, and sustainment of secure Department of Defense information systems.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with government program leadership, system engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and acquisition stakeholders to protect sensitive mission capabilities throughout their operational lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level information systems security engineering support throughout the DoD acquisition and systems engineering lifecycle.

• Develop, evaluate, and implement cybersecurity architectures, technical safeguards, and system security requirements.

• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including security control selection, implementation, assessment, and authorization.

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), security assessment documentation, Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and associated authorization artifacts.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments, security engineering analyses, and technical risk evaluations.

• Apply Defense Information Systems Agency Security Technical Implementation Guides (DISA STIGs), security configuration standards, and applicable DoD cybersecurity policies.

• Support system accreditation, Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities, continuous monitoring, and cybersecurity sustainment.

• Evaluate system architectures, interfaces, hardware, software, and infrastructure for cybersecurity compliance and operational risk.

• Coordinate with government Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), engineers, and program managers.

• Review contractor technical deliverables and provide recommendations to improve cybersecurity posture.

• Support security engineering reviews, configuration management activities, and remediation planning.

• Prepare technical assessments, cybersecurity briefings, risk reports, and recommendations for government leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or qualifying equivalent experience consistent with contractual requirements.

• Senior-level experience in information systems security engineering, cybersecurity architecture, or DoD cybersecurity program support.

• Demonstrated experience implementing and evaluating cybersecurity requirements for DoD information systems.

• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, DoD RMF, DISA STIGs, and cybersecurity authorization processes.

• Experience developing or reviewing RMF authorization packages, system security documentation, and vulnerability remediation plans.

• Ability to assess technical security risks and recommend practical engineering solutions.

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering, acquisition, and cybersecurity teams.

• Strong analytical, technical writing, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

• U.S. citizenship.

• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous USAF, AFLCMC, or EPASS experience.

• Experience supporting classified defense systems or special access environments.

• Familiarity with eMASS, ACAS, SCAP, STIG Viewer, and other DoD cybersecurity assessment tools.

• Experience with security engineering across system development, integration, testing, and sustainment.

• DoD 8140-aligned cybersecurity qualifications appropriate to the assigned duties.

• CISSP, CASP+/SecurityX, or comparable advanced cybersecurity certification.

• Experience supporting government program offices, system authorization authorities, or acquisition leadership.

Candidates must meet all applicable EPASS labor-category education, experience, certification, and security requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

At AgileEdge Defense, we recognize that exceptional cybersecurity professionals are essential to national defense. We invest in our team through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where technical expertise directly influences mission success.

• Competitive Compensation: $175,000–$200,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Competitive medical insurance options with 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Company-sponsored retirement savings with employer contributions, subject to plan provisions.

• Generous Paid Leave: Minimum 15 days PTO, separate paid sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays.

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid life insurance.

• Enhanced Financial Protection: 100% employer-paid accident insurance with optional critical illness coverage.

• Comprehensive Wellness: 100% employer-paid telehealth services.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for continued education, certifications, and technical career advancement.

• Direct Access to Leadership: A collaborative, veteran-led organization where employee contributions are recognized and valued.

About AgileEdge Defense

AgileEdge Defense LLC is a growing, veteran-led defense contractor specializing in cybersecurity, enterprise technology, systems engineering, acquisition support, and program management for the Department of Defense.

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, we combine specialized technical expertise with responsive leadership and a commitment to supporting the professionals who deliver critical national defense capabilities.

Our employees are trusted contributors to complex government missions, with opportunities to influence technical decisions and support the security and modernization of essential defense systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer: AgileEdge Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.