Job Requirements
Huntsville, AL
Top Secret Polygraph not specified
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Salary not specified
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Job Description
Overview
NDi is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer / Project Manager (ISSE/PM) to support enterprise cybersecurity engineering, authorization, compliance, and operational coordination activities within a complex federal IT environment.
This hybrid technical leadership role combines hands-on cybersecurity engineering expertise with project and operational management responsibilities supporting mission-critical information systems and cybersecurity initiatives. The selected candidate will provide leadership across security engineering, RMF activities, vulnerability management, system authorization support, resource coordination, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring consistent delivery of secure and compliant IT services.
The ideal candidate possesses deep technical cybersecurity knowledge, strong organizational and leadership capabilities, and experience managing priorities across multiple teams and operational requirements.
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required
Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance at the time of application
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
Ability to obtain and maintain additional agency access as required
This position requires onsite support in Huntsville, Alabama
Qualifications & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Master’s degree preferred
Certifications
Required: CISSP or CEH
Preferred: Cloud certification such as:
AWS Certified Security – Specialty
CCSP
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
Professional Experience
Eight (8) or more years of experience supporting cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, or enterprise security operations
Demonstrated experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs and mission-critical environments
Experience implementing and supporting NIST RMF processes and system authorization activities
Experience leading technical teams or coordinating cybersecurity project activities
Experience supporting vulnerability management, remediation tracking, and continuous monitoring initiatives
Experience managing schedules, priorities, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination across multiple efforts
Experience supporting enterprise Windows, Linux, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure environments
Certifications, prior experience, and demonstrated expertise may be considered in lieu of traditional years of experience requirements where applicable.
Domain Expertise
Strong understanding of:
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
FISMA compliance requirements
Security authorization / ATO processes
Continuous monitoring
Vulnerability management
POA&M management
Security control implementation and assessment
Experience supporting:
System Security Plans (SSPs)
Security assessment activities
Audit readiness initiatives
Risk mitigation planning
Change management and configuration review processes
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and technologies including:
ACAS/Nessus
Splunk
SIEM platforms
Endpoint security solutions
Identity and access management tools
Cloud security technologies
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple technical initiatives simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience preparing executive summaries, technical reports, and status updates
Strong risk management and prioritization skills
Ability to work independently and within integrated operational teams
High degree of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail
Responsibilities
Security Engineering & RMF Support
Support implementation and maintenance of security controls across enterprise systems
Assist with RMF authorization and accreditation activities
Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation including:
System Security Plans (SSPs)
POA&Ms
Risk assessments
Security assessment documentation
Mitigation strategies
Support security architecture reviews and technical assessments
Project & Resource Management
Coordinate cybersecurity engineering and operational activities across multiple teams and stakeholders
Track project schedules, deliverables, milestones, and operational priorities
Support resource planning, workload coordination, and task management
Assist leadership with operational reporting, risk tracking, and issue escalation
Ensure technical activities align with contractual, operational, and security requirements
Vulnerability & Compliance Management
Perform vulnerability analysis and remediation coordination activities
Support continuous monitoring and compliance reporting efforts
Coordinate corrective actions and mitigation activities with technical teams
Support audit readiness and assessment activities
Operational Coordination & Stakeholder Support
Collaborate with ISSOs, engineers, administrators, and leadership teams to support secure system operations
Participate in technical meetings, working groups, and operational reviews
Provide cybersecurity recommendations and implementation guidance
Support continuous improvement and cybersecurity modernization initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting federal cybersecurity or enterprise security operations programs
Experience supporting classified or highly regulated environments
Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid infrastructure environments
Experience supporting enterprise vulnerability management programs
Familiarity with DevSecOps and modern cybersecurity engineering practices
Prior experience supporting Huntsville-based federal programs preferred
NDi is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer / Project Manager (ISSE/PM) to support enterprise cybersecurity engineering, authorization, compliance, and operational coordination activities within a complex federal IT environment.
This hybrid technical leadership role combines hands-on cybersecurity engineering expertise with project and operational management responsibilities supporting mission-critical information systems and cybersecurity initiatives. The selected candidate will provide leadership across security engineering, RMF activities, vulnerability management, system authorization support, resource coordination, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring consistent delivery of secure and compliant IT services.
The ideal candidate possesses deep technical cybersecurity knowledge, strong organizational and leadership capabilities, and experience managing priorities across multiple teams and operational requirements.
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required
Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance at the time of application
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
Ability to obtain and maintain additional agency access as required
This position requires onsite support in Huntsville, Alabama
Qualifications & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Master’s degree preferred
Certifications
Required: CISSP or CEH
Preferred: Cloud certification such as:
AWS Certified Security – Specialty
CCSP
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
Professional Experience
Eight (8) or more years of experience supporting cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, or enterprise security operations
Demonstrated experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs and mission-critical environments
Experience implementing and supporting NIST RMF processes and system authorization activities
Experience leading technical teams or coordinating cybersecurity project activities
Experience supporting vulnerability management, remediation tracking, and continuous monitoring initiatives
Experience managing schedules, priorities, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination across multiple efforts
Experience supporting enterprise Windows, Linux, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure environments
Certifications, prior experience, and demonstrated expertise may be considered in lieu of traditional years of experience requirements where applicable.
Domain Expertise
Strong understanding of:
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
FISMA compliance requirements
Security authorization / ATO processes
Continuous monitoring
Vulnerability management
POA&M management
Security control implementation and assessment
Experience supporting:
System Security Plans (SSPs)
Security assessment activities
Audit readiness initiatives
Risk mitigation planning
Change management and configuration review processes
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and technologies including:
ACAS/Nessus
Splunk
SIEM platforms
Endpoint security solutions
Identity and access management tools
Cloud security technologies
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple technical initiatives simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience preparing executive summaries, technical reports, and status updates
Strong risk management and prioritization skills
Ability to work independently and within integrated operational teams
High degree of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail
Responsibilities
Security Engineering & RMF Support
Support implementation and maintenance of security controls across enterprise systems
Assist with RMF authorization and accreditation activities
Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation including:
System Security Plans (SSPs)
POA&Ms
Risk assessments
Security assessment documentation
Mitigation strategies
Support security architecture reviews and technical assessments
Project & Resource Management
Coordinate cybersecurity engineering and operational activities across multiple teams and stakeholders
Track project schedules, deliverables, milestones, and operational priorities
Support resource planning, workload coordination, and task management
Assist leadership with operational reporting, risk tracking, and issue escalation
Ensure technical activities align with contractual, operational, and security requirements
Vulnerability & Compliance Management
Perform vulnerability analysis and remediation coordination activities
Support continuous monitoring and compliance reporting efforts
Coordinate corrective actions and mitigation activities with technical teams
Support audit readiness and assessment activities
Operational Coordination & Stakeholder Support
Collaborate with ISSOs, engineers, administrators, and leadership teams to support secure system operations
Participate in technical meetings, working groups, and operational reviews
Provide cybersecurity recommendations and implementation guidance
Support continuous improvement and cybersecurity modernization initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting federal cybersecurity or enterprise security operations programs
Experience supporting classified or highly regulated environments
Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid infrastructure environments
Experience supporting enterprise vulnerability management programs
Familiarity with DevSecOps and modern cybersecurity engineering practices
Prior experience supporting Huntsville-based federal programs preferred
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