Information Systems Security Engineer

Govcio•Alexandria, VA

15d•$108,310 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

GovCIO is currently hiring an Information Systems Security Engineer for a program with the US Coast Guard. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA area and will be a hybrid remote position. This position focuses on maintaining compliance, ensuring operational security posture, and coordinating security documentation and activities across multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, familiar with federal cybersecurity frameworks, and able to communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior leadership. This role requires a solid understanding of information assurance concepts, governance requirements, and accreditation processes. Applicants should be knowledgeable about RMF processes and documentation. While a high degree of technical proficiency is desired, applicants should be highly skilled in understanding and documenting technical implementations - acting as a bridge between system engineering staff, cybersecurity staff, and program leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's with 8+ years of cybersecurity experience (or commensurate experience)
6+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity or information assurance functions
Working knowledge of: DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, and FIPS 199/200 frameworks, FISMA compliance requirements
Experience preparing or maintaining security documentation and coordinating with government security officials
Ability to interpret policy and translate it into actionable compliance activities
CASP CE; CGRC (formerly CAP); CISM; CISSP (or Associate); GSLC; CCISO
Clearance Required: Ability to maintain a Secret level clearance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience supporting DoD programs or cross-agency initiatives related to DoD
Familiarity with tools such as eMASS, Xacta, or other DoD-specific compliance systems
Experience briefing management or working directly with federal program offices

Responsibilities

Support the development, review, and maintenance of security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and Continuous Monitoring artifacts.
Ensure system security controls are implemented, tested, and maintained in accordance with NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and relevant DoD directives.
Coordinate with system owners, ISSMs, ISSOs, auditors, and external stakeholders to maintain compliance and respond to findings or inquiries.
Monitor the security posture of systems and assist in periodic reviews, assessments, and audits.
Participate in change control boards to evaluate the security impact of proposed modifications.
Track and report on cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigations in accordance with established procedures.
Assist with user awareness training and ensure compliance with organizational cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Facilitate approvals for network interconnections such as the Boundary Cloud Access Point (BCAP) and DISA System/Network Approval Process (SNAP) through the provisioning of required documentation
Support Product Teams in the preparation, response, and finding remediation for JFHQ-DoDIN Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments (CORAs)