ISSE

CDIT • Scott Air Force Base, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on applying hands-on security engineering skills across a complex mix of on-premise and cloud DoD systems. You will work alongside dedicated GRC, operations, and architecture teams to implement real security controls. The position offers the opportunity to develop deep expertise in STIG compliance, vulnerability management, and PAM security, while building your technical toolkit across STIGviewer, SCAP, Tenable, and CyberArk. There is a clear growth path toward senior engineering roles with strong mentorship and technical challenge.

Requirements

• Active Secret or TS clearance
• 3–5 years of experience in security engineering or system hardening
• Hands-on experience with STIGviewer and SCAP Compliance Checker
• Working experience with Tenable SC or equivalent vulnerability management tools
• Knowledge of secure configuration management principles
• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Basic tier certification — CEH

Nice To Haves

• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Intermediate tier certification — one of: CEH(P), RCCE Level 1, Cloud+, CPTE, FITSP-A, GCED, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, GSEC, PenTest+, or Security+
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
• Experience with CyberArk PAM administration
• Familiarity with Tenable Cloud Security or equivalent cloud assessment tooling
• Exposure to DoD cloud environments (IL2–IL6)

Responsibilities

• Implement and document STIG configurations across assigned systems and platforms
• Conduct Security Impact Analyses (SIAs) for proposed system changes
• Execute automated configuration validation using SCAP Compliance Checker
• Manage vulnerability tracking and remediation workflows in Tenable SC
• Assess cloud infrastructure security posture using Tenable Cloud Security
• Support CyberArk PAM configuration and privileged access management
• Develop and maintain security configuration baselines
• Author technical security control implementation guides
• Support the Cybersecurity Architect with technical security implementations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree