Systems Security Engineer

Bowhead • Dahlgren, VA

3d • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Bowhead is seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer to support a specific government program Information Assurance Security Engineer (IASE). The role includes becoming familiar with the program’s systems and technology, documentation, and system architecture drawings. The position requires a current Secret-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location.

The targeted salary range is $130,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Salary information is a general guideline, and Bowhead considers factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, work experience, education and training, skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Requirements

• Three to five years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma.
• Knowledge of DoD security and IA requirements outlined in DoDI 8500.2 and the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG).
• Knowledge of basic to advanced UNIX and Windows system administration.
• Current knowledge of DoD Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) policies and standards.
• DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience with security assessment tools such as Nessus.
• Experience with security control implementation and testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must currently hold a Secret-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location.
• Ability to lift up to 15–25 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and periodically twist, bend, and squat.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop IA-related documentation, including Platform Information Technology (PIT) designation requests, PIT Risk Assessment requests, and DoD IA Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) plans.
• Create Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate host and network vulnerability assessments with system administrators and develop strategies to mitigate discrepancies.
• Closely support and interact with the IASE, system administrators, system engineers, and system developers.
• Become familiar with program systems and technology, program documentation, and system architecture drawings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED