Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

We are seeking a mission-driven Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This role is critical in ensuring the cybersecurity integrity of classified and unclassified systems across the system development lifecycle (SDLC). The ideal candidate will have deep experience with DoD cybersecurity frameworks, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and secure systems engineering.

As an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) with JRC, you will...

• Serve as the lead ISSE for DoD systems, ensuring compliance with DoDI 8510.01, NIST SP 800-53, and CNSSI 1253.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Conduct security architecture reviews, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses for DoD systems.
• Collaborate with system engineers, developers, and ISSMs to integrate cybersecurity into system design and implementation.
• Support Authorization to Operate (ATO) efforts under the DoD RMF process.
• Apply STIGs, SRGs, and other DoD security baselines to system configurations.
• Interface with Authorizing Officials (AOs), Security Control Assessors (SCAs), and other government stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship to junior cybersecurity engineers and contribute to internal process improvement.

What you bring to the table...

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Information System Engineering (ISE), with at least 5 years supporting DoD systems.
• An active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI.
• Strong knowledge of DoD RMF, NIST SP 800-37/53, DoDI 8500.01, and DoDI 8510.01.
• Experience with tools such as ACAS, HBSS, SCAP Compliance Checker, and Splunk.
• Proficiency in applying DISA STIGs and conducting STIG Viewer assessments.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or government equivalent certification.

Bonus Points for...

• A master's degree in Cybersecurity or related discipline.
• Experience with classified systems, cross-domain solutions (CDS), and SCIF environments.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, container security, and cloud security (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
• Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs and working with System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETRs).