Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Applied Intuition•Fort Walton Beach, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to oversee and maintain the security of our information systems. The ISSE will take ownership of the security posture, engineering, and compliance of our classified information systems. The successful candidate will be a key technical resource, responsible for ensuring all systems meet stringent federal and Department of Defense (DoD) security standards, with a focus on Special Access Program (SAP) environments. A Secret Clearance (minimum) is required.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
A minimum of 5 years of hands-on security experience in Government contracting environments
DoD 8140/8570 IAM level II (Security+ Certification, condition of employment)
Proven experience implementing NIST 800-171 security controls
Proven experience implementing NIST 800-53 security controls and preparing ATO packages
Strong understanding of network security principles, system hardening techniques, and vulnerability management
Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and security logging/monitoring
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have an active DoD security clearance (minimum Secret, prefer Top Secret)

Nice To Haves

CISSP certification
Experience with AWS GovCloud
Experience with cloud security tools (e.g. Wiz)
Familiarity with cloud security best practices and controls (FedRAMP)
Knowledge of risk management frameworks and compliance standards
Scripting skills

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain security controls as directed by the Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
Directly supporting engineers for deployments onto customer systems
Serve as the primary liaison with Government agencies for security matters and authorization processes
Coordinate with external auditors and assessors during security evaluations and audits
Perform regular vulnerability scanning, security assessments, and compliance checks to ensure system security
Monitor system logs, investigate potential security incidents, and implement remediation measures
Conduct security impact analyses for system changes and assist in developing security documentation
Provide direct security support to project teams and customers
Facilitate routine security awareness training
Perform user access reviews and manage access control implementation to maintain system integrity