Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Falconwood Headquarters•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) supporting the Navy and Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) Program. Falconwood, Inc. is a small, woman/veteran-owned business providing executive level consultants and programmatic support to Department of Defense Information Technology (IT) initiatives and programs. We provide expert consultation on a diverse range of IT subjects focusing on programmatic, acquisition strategy, implementation activities and Information Assurance policy and engineering. We support the total lifecycle of Information Technology systems and applications.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret clearance required
Minimum of 3+ years of experience as an ISSE in a DoD environment
Experience with Navel Enterprise Network
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (relevant experience may be substituted for education).
Strong understanding of the RMF and NIST 800-53 security controls
Experience with eMASS
Experience with security assessment tools and techniques
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Preferred Certifications: DoD 8570 IAM Level I certification

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and maintain all phases of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for assigned systems
Perform system security reviews, as part of RMF, on a large-scale enterprise system
Responsible for developing and maintaining the cybersecurity architecture of a system.
Perform control assessments and security testing in order to obtain authorizations through the system’s lifecycle
Analyze information systems security requirements to be implemented during system design
Develop artifacts required by DoDi 8510.1. To include System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
Work closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in executing their duties and responsibilities
Collaborate with system owners, stakeholders, and other security professionals
Prepare and present security briefings to management
Ensure compliance with all Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Navy (DoN) cybersecurity policies