Senior Information Systems Security Engineer

Astrion; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) at Hanscom AFB, MA. You will lead RMF-based authorization efforts for weapon systems and PIT environments, shaping security requirements and artifact quality for DoD programs.

Responsibilities include developing security measures, evaluating architectures, and guiding risk-based decisions. A strong DevSecOps understanding and DoD experience are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with active TS/SCI clearance.
• DoD RMF/C&A expertise and risk management focus.
• Experience aligning security requirements with DoD programs.

Responsibilities

• Support A&A for weapon systems and PIT systems per RMF.
• Develop and track security measures for information networks.
• Assess architectures and propose cyber security strategies.
• Translate requirements into technical security architectures.
• Ensure DevSecOps integrates secure coding practices.
• Review RMF controls and contract deliverables for compliance.

Skills

RMF experience

Cyber-Security

DoD experience

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

BA/BS + 15y cyber-security exp

MA/MS + 12y exp

20y direct experience with DoD

Tools

Nessus

ACAS

STIGs

SCAP

Job description

Overview

Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

LOCATION:Hanscom AFB, MA

SALARY RANGE: $165-$175,000 annually*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

JOB STATUS:Full-Time

CLEARANCE: TS/SCI

CERTIFICATIONS:DoD 8570.01 MMGT512 compliant

TRAVEL:Limited; As Needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity fora Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSO) located at theHanscom AFB, MA supporting the Special Programs Division (AFLCMC/HNJ).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• Must be a US citizen
• Must hold an active TS/SCI Clearance and ability to pass a background screening for SAP
• BA/BS degree and at least 15 years of Cyber-Security experience and 5 years DoD experience
• OR MA/MS Degree and 12-year experience, 5 years in DoD
• OR 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications of which 8 years are in DoD
• DoD 8570.01 MMGT512 compliant certification.
• Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include but not limited to:

• Support the system/application authorization and accreditation (A&A) effort for weapon systems and PIT Systems, to include assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of A&A activities, tasks, and resulting artifacts mandated by governing DoD and Air Force policies (i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF). Understanding of how RMF intersects with the acquisition process and how it’s used to generate requirements; how RMF and Cybersecurity should be covered in contracts – requirements, deliverables, PWS/SOW language. Understanding how to work through RMF and controls with a program to establish appropriate levels of risk based on program lifecycle and mission requirements.
• Recommend policies and procedures to ensure the reliability of and accessibility to information systems and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
• Develop, execute, and track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.
• Review and assess architectures and recommend cybersecurity strategies to developmental and legacy system designs.
• Assess threats to determine impact and recommend corrective actions to program managers to reduce risk.
• Translate program/system requirements into technical requirements and architectures needed to meet program objectives.
• Life cycle development Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in program’s’ visions and goals. Participate in systems design.
• Understanding of DevSecOps environments to check for security flaws and vulnerabilities during code review.
• Understanding of operating systems including Linux, Ubuntu, IoT systems, ZTA environments and Cloud development.
• Identify, define, and document system security requirements and recommend solutions to management.
• Plan, develop, implement, and update Cyber Security Strategy Information within the Program Protection Plan (PPP) and assess CPI (Critical Program Information) and CC (Critical Components) analysis.
• Recommend and review Tempest requirements, systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
• Experience with compliance and vulnerability and software scanning tools (STIGs, Nessus, ACAS, SCC/ SCAP, etc.) to include the review and creation of mitigation reports.
• Review the Vendor submitted Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL) items for Cybersecurity related areas, to ensure technical requirements have been met, and provided substantial comments and recommendations to the Program Management (PM) team as to adequacy of the CDRL.