Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)_TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology•Chantilly, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to lead Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities, ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements across multi-level classification environments with diverse technologies. Key Responsibilities The ISSE will play a critical role in managing and coordinating system security actions by defining, tracking and executing RMF actions in accordance with ICD 503 (NIST 800-53) to obtain and sustain system authorizations. The candidate must demonstrate a thorough understanding of security policies, risk management, and vulnerability assessment tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 4 years of applicable experience in cybersecurity, RMF compliance, or system security engineering as well as a minimum of 4 years of working in the Intelligence Community and Information Technology sector
DoD 8570 IAM Level II compliant certification required, Security + CE
TS/SCI with Polygraph
US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Assessment & Authorization (A&A): Oversee team preparation and submission of Interim Authorization to Test (IATT) and Authority to Operate (ATO) requests as well as directly conducting same
Ensure development, accuracy, maintenance, and coordination of all required Body of Evidence (BoE) documentation for assigned and team system assets
Collaborate across Technical Services and Security Services teams, as well as customer agency stakeholders, to ensure compliance
Track and oversee workflow for lien remediation/resolution activities and entering tracking tool updates
Evaluate system change requests and assessing both system and organizational risks associated with modifications
Continuous Monitoring (ConMon): Conduct, oversee and track execution of ConMon activities within established timelines, including BoE collection and tracking tool updates
Conduct and oversee recurring reviews of system state and security posture to ensure that systems meet security requirements and are compliant with defined security policies and procedures.
Provide recommendations for security control implementation and identifying necessary countermeasures or mitigating controls
Respond to and oversee / coordinate responses to queries and requests for security information and reports
Incident Response & Security Oversight: Support and coordinate investigations of security incidents and reporting findings as necessary
Guide and coordinate the communication, implementation and enforcement of security policies and plans for data, applications, hardware, and telecommunications systems
Advise stakeholders on information assurance standards, dependencies, and emerging security technologies
Oversee ongoing engagement with Enterprise Security Services tools (e.g., Trellix, ACAS, Splunk) to track and remediate vulnerabilities and compliance deficiencies
Drive continuous improvement of ISSE capabilities to enhance performance and compliance levels over time.
Lead and contribute direct support to various processes, reporting, and planning for both internal and customer-facing activities.
Ensure consistency of implementation for consistent RMF/A&A asset management and compliance.
Create and implement quality management through best practices and efficiencies, enabling the ability to manage workflows, define priority areas, and view trends.
Participates in special projects as required.

Benefits

At GDIT, we foster professional growth and provide opportunities to advance your career in a mission-critical environment.
Our benefits include:
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Dedicated internal mobility team to support career advancement
Paid education and professional certification opportunities
Access to cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects
Paid vacation and holidays to support work-life balance
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.