Information Systems Security Engineer I

Alutiiq•Philadelphia, PA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Red Peak Technical Services, LLC, a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC, is seeking a qualified Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia division (NSWCPD). This role involves supporting cybersecurity compliance, system security engineering, Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, and technical documentation for mission-critical Department of Defense systems. This position is ideal for a cybersecurity professional experienced in DOD environments with a strong understanding of security compliance and system accreditation processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or HS equivalency certificate with 2 to 5 years of practical experience in a Cybersecurity, engineering, T&E or A&A (formerly C&A) related field.
Experience with Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
Current DOD IAM certification and ability to maintain DOD 8570 compliance requirements.
IAT Level II certification in compliance with DoD 8570.1M Baseline certification requirement such as Security+.
Experience supporting RMF, NIST security frameworks, and DOD cybersecurity compliance activities.
Familiarity with vulnerability management tools and security hardening practices.
Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with technical and non-technical teams.
Active DOD Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with eMASS and VMware-based virtual environments (VMware).
Familiarity with DISA STIGs, ACAS, HBSS, SCAP, and vulnerability scanning tools.
Experience supporting FISMA compliance initiatives.
Previous experience supporting Navy or Department of Defense programs.

Responsibilities

Support system authorization and compliance efforts using RMF and eMASS throughout the system lifecycle.
Implement and assess security controls in accordance with DOD and NIST cybersecurity requirements.
Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessment, and audit log analysis to identify and mitigate risks.
Collaborate with engineers, developers, and program managers to support system design and operation.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including security plans, procedures, reports, and design operations.
Support certification, testing, and accreditation activities for information systems.
Provide technical recommendations, status updates, and briefings to project leadership and stakeholders.