Cyber Security Engineer - Information System Security Officer

Illumination Works LLC

6d•Remote

About The Position

At Illumination Works, we know data, and we should, we’ve been doing it since we started in 2006! We specialize in everything data from big data to data science, data engineering, software engineering, and cloud design. We are a trusted technology partner in user-centered digital transformation—delivering impactful business results to clients. We partner with customers to solve their unique technology and data challenges and stay on top of modern technologies and advancements leveraging our Innovation Lab. Check out our website to learn more at www.ilwllc.com [http://www.ilwllc.com/]. Why choose us? We invest in our employees in all aspects of their life and we value family. We offer market competitive salary, a generous PTO package, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer 401K, short/long-term disability insurance, a fun and engaging culture, and training opportunities to keep you up to speed on the latest technologies.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with several of the following: current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools
Experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements
Experience preparing and maintaining SSPs and other security related documentation
Experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program
Demonstrated experience performing day-to-day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems
Must be committed to developing and adhering to best practices
Must be a solutions-oriented team player and must possess a high level of self-initiative
Must have excellent interpersonal skills
Must possess a Security+ certification
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or comparable academic discipline
Minimum experience requirements: five years of experience required
Must have or be willing to obtain Secret Clearance (this requires US Citizenship)
Acceptable candidates must successfully pass a drug test and background screen

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of DoD security requirements
Experience with Cloud
Knowledge of DoD systems, data and processes

Responsibilities

Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing multiple types of information
Analyze threats and develop and implement best practice methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation
Maintain records on systems, applications, hardware, etc. to include system upgrades
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing information
Maintain operational security posture for information systems
Provide support to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system/program/enclave
Develop and maintain documentation for Certification & Accreditation in accordance with specified policies
Develop and update system security plans and other IA documentation
Provide CM for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware
Develop system security policy and ensure compliance