System Engineer 5

Avid Technology Professionals; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Avid Technology Professionals is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the Cyber Threat Intelligence initiative defending critical networks. The role emphasizes Linux, cloud security, risk assessment, and RMF processes, with certification requirements and strong writing/communication skills.

The position targets an ISSE in the SE5 LCAT with exposure to executive-level briefing, technical staff collaboration, and secure design practices across classified and

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Linux-based operating systems.
• Strong understanding of cloud services (AWS, Azure) and related security services.
• Strong writing skills: able to clearly articulate ideas for executive level as well as technical staff consumption.
• Strong communications skills: able to work well with others, independently and as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of information security principles and risk assessment techniques.
• Experience with using Nessus and other scanning applications.
• Experience with customer RMF processes and tools (i.e. Xacta, LatteArt, etc.)
• CISSP Certification

Skills

Linux-based operating systems

Cloud security (AWS, Azure)

Technical writing

Communication skills

Information security principles

Risk assessment techniques

Tools

Nessus

Xacta

LatteArt

Job description

Seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) (in the SE5 LCAT) to support the Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) initiative which defends of our nation’s most critical unclassified and classified networks.

Skills/Experience

• Strong understanding of Linux-based operating systems
• Strong understanding of cloud services (AWS, Azure) and related security services
• Strong writing skills: able to clearly articulate ideas for executive level as well as technical staff consumption
• Strong communications skills: able to work well with others, independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of information security principles and risk assessment techniques
• Experience with using NESSUS and other scanning applications
• Experience with customer RMF processes and tools (i.e. Xacta, LatteArt, etc.)
• CISSP Certification