Systems Security Engineer (IA)

CompQsoft Inc; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

CompQsoft is seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer (IA) to design, implement, and maintain secure DoD information systems at Fort Meade. The role focuses on RMF compliance, ATO support, and continuous monitoring within the MANDO IA team.

The successful candidate will perform vulnerability assessments, apply DISA STIGs, coordinate remediation, and develop security documentation such as SSPs, POA&Ms, and SARs, while collaborating with ISSOs, admins, and project teams to meet stringent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of Systems Security Engineering or Information Assurance experience.
• IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) or willingness to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure system architectures and controls.
• Support RMF, ATO, and continuous monitoring activities.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation.
• Apply DISA STIGs and validate security configurations.
• Develop security documentation (SSP, POA&Ms, SAR).

Skills

Security engineering

Vulnerability management

RMF

NIST 800-53

DISA STIGs

Windows

Linux

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

ACAS

eMASS

SIEM

Job description

Description

Job Title: Systems Security Engineer (IA)

Location: Fort Meade, MD (Onsite)

Security Clearance: Active Secret

Certification: IAT Level II (Security+ CE or equivalent) or willing to obtain within 3 months of joining

CompQsoft is seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer to support the MANDO Information Assurance (IA) team. The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure information systems while ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF requirements, and industry security standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure system architectures and security controls.
• Support system security engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation activities.
• Apply and validate security configurations, patches, and DISA STIGs.
• Monitor systems for security events, identify risks, and support incident response activities.
• Support RMF, ATO, and continuous monitoring (ConMon) activities.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and related artifacts.
• Collaborate with ISSOs, system administrators, network engineers, and project teams to implement security controls.
• Ensure compliance with DoD, DISA, NIST, and organizational cybersecurity requirements.
• Participate in security assessments, audits, and risk management activities.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Systems Security Engineering, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent), or willingness to obtain within 3 months of joining.
• Experience supporting DoD information systems and cybersecurity requirements.
• Knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53, DoD cybersecurity policies, and DISA STIGs.
• Experience with vulnerability management, security compliance, and continuous monitoring.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DISA programs or enterprise environments.
• Experience with ACAS, eMASS, SIEM, or similar cybersecurity tools.
• Experience with cloud security, virtualization, or enterprise network security.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, ISSEP, or other advanced security certifications.

CompQsoft provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and in the working environment to all employees and applicants. CompQsoft does not take any non-merit factors like race, color, religion, sex (gender), mental/physical disability, and age into account for purposes of recruitment, hiring and development.