Information Systems Security Engineer, Level 2

WOOD Consulting Services • Ft. Meade, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you driven to build secure systems that protect critical missions? As an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), you will be at the center of designing, validating, and engineering robust security solutions across complex computing environments. This role blends hands‑on security engineering with architectural influence—perfect for professionals who want to secure systems end‑to‑end and shape enterprise security posture. You’ll partner closely with architects, developers, mission stakeholders, and cybersecurity teams to ensure all systems meet stringent Information Assurance (IA) standards. From evaluating vulnerabilities to integrating secure design principles, you’ll play a crucial role in safeguarding operational environments and enabling trusted system interactions. Grow your career in a role where your expertise directly shapes system resilience, strengthens mission‑critical security, and positions you as a trusted engineering leader for enterprise‑wide IA solutions.

Requirements

• Fourteen (14) years experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• DoD 8570.01-M compliance with IASAE Level 2 is required
• CISSP Certification is required.
• U.S. Citizens
• Possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.
• Participate as a security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation and/or integration of IA architectures, systems, or system components.
• Participate as the primary security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.
• Apply knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.
• Interact with the customer and other project team members.
• Participate as the primary security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and/or integration of IA architectures, systems, or system components.
• Support the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.
• Support security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management.
• Identify overall security requirements for the proper handling of Government data.
• Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management.
• Perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirements.
• Recommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements.
• Support the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architecture.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level