Senior ISSE - Secure Enterprise Systems (TS/SCI)

VTG Defense; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor based in Chantilly, Virginia is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to design, implement, and maintain security controls across enterprise systems. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in information security and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include supporting the Risk Management Framework, conducting security assessments, and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with NIST policies.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• 5+ years of experience in information security.
• Hands-on experience with RMF and NIST 800-53 controls.
• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and network security principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls for information systems.
• Support the RMF lifecycle including control selection and authorization.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Collaborate with teams to remediate vulnerabilities.

Skills

Information security

System security engineering

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NIST 800-53 controls

Vulnerability scanning

Windows and Linux operating systems

Security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS)

Incident response

Education

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

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

Job description

A defense contractor based in Chantilly, Virginia is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to design, implement, and maintain security controls across enterprise systems. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in information security and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include supporting the Risk Management Framework, conducting security assessments, and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with NIST policies.