Sr Information Systems Security Engineer

Alutiiq; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr Information Systems Security Engineer to enhance cybersecurity measures for critical systems. This role involves implementing and maintaining databases, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies. You will act as a primary technical advisor, manage security assessments, and develop security programs. Join a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding information systems and making a significant impact in the defense sector. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have the required qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to national security efforts.

Qualifications

• Active DoD SECRET clearance is required.
• 4+ years in Sr Information Systems Security Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise documentation of configuration change management procedures.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and perform assessments.

Skills

Cybersecurity Policies

Database Management

Security Clearance Management

Continuous Monitoring

Technical Security Safeguards

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an Accredited University

Tools

eMASS

Security + (CE)

CCNA

Job description

Alutiiq Information Management, LLC is recruiting for a Sr Information Systems Security Engineer for an active Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) contract in Philadelphia, PA. Under direct supervision, the candidate will assist in the implementation and maintenance of databases tracking inventory, product life cycle, preventive maintenance schedule, and customer service requests. The candidate will continuously monitor database performance and identify improvements. Support and supervise documentation of configuration change management procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Complies with the responsibilities established in Section 2.6 of DoDEA Administrative Instruction 8500.01 and Section 2.c.(2)(d) of Enclosure 4 of DoD Instruction 8510.01.
• Maintains and reports IT/PIT assessment and authorization status and issues.
• Provides oversight of ISSOs to ensure that they are following established cybersecurity policies and procedures, in accordance with DoD Instruction 8500.01.
• Monitors compliance with cybersecurity policy, as appropriate, and reviews the results of such monitoring.
• Supports the ISO on the continuous monitoring security control assessment procedures to complete security responsibilities.
• Ensures annual security control assessments are performed and the results entered into eMASS.
• Ensures all users have the requisite security clearances and access authorization and are aware of their cybersecurity responsibilities for DoD IS under their purview before being granted access to those systems.
• Ensures that cybersecurity inspections, tests, and reviews are synchronized and coordinated with affected parties and organizations.
• Acts as the primary cybersecurity technical advisor to the AO for DoD IT/PIT systems under their purview.
• Ensures CM policies and procedures for authorizing the use of hardware/software on an IS are followed. Any additions, changes, or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware must be coordinated with the appropriate AO prior to the addition, change, or modification.
• Maintains a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.
• Manages, maintains, and executes the information security continuous monitoring plan.
• Ensures a record is maintained of all security-related vulnerabilities and ensures serious or unresolved violations are reported to the AO/DAO; and assesses changes to the system, its environment, and operational needs that could affect the security authorization.
• Develops concept of operations for new systems.
• Develops and maintains a formal IS security program and policies for their assigned area of responsibility.
• Provides technical and procedural Information System (IS) Security advice to government and industrial teams.
• Develops and oversees operational information systems security implementation policy and guidelines.

Payrate: $110,000 to $130,000 yearly

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an Accredited University.
• Pursuant to the Government Contract, you must be a U.S. Citizen.
• CNSSI 4012 or 4013 or 4014 or 4015 or 4016 Certificate or NDU CISO certificate or CCNA or CAP or Security + (CE), ENSA or DoD 8570 IAM II certification.
• Active Department of Defense SECRET clearance required.
• Four (4) years professional experience in Sr Information Systems Security Engineering.