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Apogee Integration

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE -Mid Level)

Apogee Integration, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021


Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE -Mid Level)

Security Clearance:

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph requiredThe National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) is the U.S. Government agency in charge of designing, building, launching, and maintaining America’s intelligence satellites. Develop. Acquire. Launch. Operate.This contract effort provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) core and non-core support in the areas of Cyber Security and Management to improve the Information Assurance (IA) posture. The contracts Core Capabilities include: IA Management, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) coordination and reporting, Risk Management Framework (RMF) application, IA compliance measurements and metrics, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Vulnerability Management, and Cyber Defense support.The Information Systems Security Engineer provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security.What You'll Do:Provide analytical and technical security recommendations to the customer.Lead the identification of projects’ security requirements.Participate in network design reviews and security testing for the customer’s networks.Coordinate with system development teams to ensure network security standards are followed and implemented correctly.Identify additional security requirements based on RMF or as the result of security issues that put the customer’s systems at risk.Review and analyze new systems (hardware and software) and provide recommendations concerning system security.Review Security Requirements Traceability Matrixes (SRTMs), System Security Plans (SSPs), and other IA documentation for completeness.Provide A&A and RMF guidance to system owners to ensure accreditation success.Provide insight and recommendations during the customer’s information assurance readiness review process.Required Qualifications:Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or an advanced IA certification.DoD 8570 certification in IAT or IAM.Experience in security systems engineering involving various computer hardware and software operating systems and application solutions in both stand-alone and LAN/WAN configurations.Experience with security features and/or vulnerabilities of various operating systems as defined by NIST, DISA (STIGs), and USCYBERCOM.Experience with networks and systems security administration, operating systems security configuration, and account management best practices.Experience implementing RMF Process and NIST 800-53 technical controls, as well as developing and maintaining associated certification and accreditation documentation.Desired Experience/Skills:Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision.Experience briefing senior customer personnel.Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS).Familiarity with customer's IA and SE processes.Experience with IA vulnerability testing and related network and system test tools (i.e., retina, HBSS, EVSS, ACAS).Familiarity with Cross Domain Systems (CDS).Experience supporting IC or DoD in the Cyber Security Domain.What You'll Love About Apogee:Challenging work in support of the US Intel Community - a Mission that Matters!Access to our cool ApogeePlex facility.Support for new ideas & encouragement to take risks.Professional Development Assistance (PDA).Wicked smart and collaborative coworkers.Regular interfacing with company leadership.401(k) with huge company match.Paid Time Off / Fixed & Floating Holidays.Health Savings Accounts / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.Life Insurance, Disability (Short and Long Term), Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D).Apogee Integration is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled

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