Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE), Level 2-Mid

Responsibilities

Join Arcfield's rapidly expanding team of Cyber professionals! We are seeking talented Mid-level Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE), to provide critical Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support for a prestigious National customer. Note: An offer for this position is contingent upon contract award. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Support Security Programs and Processes:

• Support the development and maintenance of security programs and processes based on NIST, RMF, and industry best practices.
• Assist in documenting and following ISSE practices and security engineering principles, referencing NIST SP 800-160.
• Ensure system security requirements are clear and align with Government standards.

Identify and Manage Risks and Vulnerabilities:

• Assess potential security risks, recommend mitigation actions, and provide input on Government decisions.
• Identify and manage vulnerabilities in IT systems, applications, and hardware, and ensure proper remediation is implemented.
• Conduct technical evaluations of vulnerabilities, threats, and risks, and help in standardizing risk management processes.

Contribute to Secure Architectures and Integration:

• Assist in designing, developing, and implementing secure IT and SCADA/ICS system architectures.
• Recommend effective security solutions, including network security measures, that ensure systems remain safe from attackers.
• Help integrate and support cross-domain security solutions while collaborating with relevant teams.

Prepare Documentation and Ensure Compliance:

• Prepare and update necessary security documentation, including RMF documents, and help prepare for ATO authorizations.
• Participate in meetings, working groups, and reviews to provide input on security-related concerns and solutions.
• Document decisions, action items, and outcomes for official meetings and deliver reports in required formats.

Provide Technical Guidance and Collaboration:

• Work with leads, subject matter experts, and Government representatives to align security efforts with program and agency objectives.
• Support security assessments of new systems, features, or technologies being introduced into the organization.
• Monitor and implement industry best practices for managing vulnerabilities and improving systems security.

Evaluate and Implement Solutions:

• Research and recommend new security tools, countermeasures, or technologies to address emerging threats.
• Assist in navigating security risks for terrestrial, space, and mission-critical systems, ensuring operations can continue in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

Required

• Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• BS degree with 8-10 years' experience, MS degree with 6-8 years' experience, PhD with 3-5 years' experience.
• 10 or more years of Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE) Support experience
• One or more of the following certifications:
  • CISSP-ISSEP
  • CISSP-ISSAP
  • CISM
  • CISSO
  • CISSP
  • CISSP-ISSMP
  • FITSP-M
  • GCIA
  • GCIA
  • GCSA
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • GSLC
• Knowledge of best practices when implementing security controls including:
  • SW engineering methodologies
  • Security engineering methodologies
  • Security engineering principles
  • Secure coding techniques
  • Coordinate activities with A&A stakeholders
• Knowledge of and experience with:
  • ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process
  • Networks, computer components, protocols, and COTS technology
  • System methodologies including client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers
  • SW integration of COTS and GOTS products
  • Virtualization platforms and technologies

Desired

• A STEM degree
• Education relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science
• Experience in technical project management
• Technical experience in:
  • Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, Windows, Linux, Unix,
  • Mac OS
  • Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, VMware, Xen, Hyper V
  • SW engineering
  • Program design and implementation
  • Configuration management
  • System maintenance
  • Integration testing
  • IS engineering

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.