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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cleared Information Systems Security Engineer... - **Company:** Virtual, Inc. - **Location:** Lorton, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Active Directory Federation Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Security Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Log Analysis, Security Content Automation Protocol, Azure Automation, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Splunk, Wsus - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gpmhq1 ## About the Role + Certification: IAT/IAM/IASAE Level III (DoD 8570 compliant) + Technical Expertise: Advanced skills in one or more of the following: o Active Directory (AD DS, ADFS, AD CS, WSUS) o ePO, Splunk, STIG/SCAP, YUM, ACAS automation o Azure VPN Gateways, Azure Monitor/Log Analytics + Experience: o 5-8 years of demonstrated performance in related technology areas. + Education: o Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of leadership experience. o OR equivalent professional experience. + Travel: o Up to 10% + Security Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI Preferred Qualifications: + 5+ years leadership experience in cybersecurity or related technical field. + Technical certifications in Microsoft Azure or related cloud technologies. Requirements + Must be within driving distance of Lorton, VA OR willing to relocate there + Must be willing to work onsite + Must be willing and able to travel up to 10% + Must possess an active TS/ SCI clearance or above + Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. citizenship status + DoD 8570 Level III compliant certification is required What is Important to Us: + You are an excellent communicator in writing and speaking. + You have the ability to work independently but also value teamwork. + Your problem-solving skills are excellent. + You are looking for a job where performance appraisals occur regularly, and you look forward to advancing your career. + You seek a community of virtue-centered co-workers and clients. ## Description Are you looking to take the next steps in your career as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)? Let's chat and see if we are a good match! Opportunity: We are seeking Information System Security Engineers (ISSEs) to join a high-performing team of experts in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Systems Engineering. This team will support the development and sustainment of secure enclaves, providing enterprise services and cyber network defense capabilities. As an ISSE, you will be responsible for conducting security assessments, engineering secure solutions, automating defensive cyber activities, and advising leadership on risks and mitigation strategies. Candidates should bring expertise with technologies such asePO, Splunk, ACAS, Azure Automation, STIG/SCAP, and Active Directoryto secure complex mission systems and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards. Responsibilities: + Perform and review technical security assessments of computing environments to identify vulnerabilities and compliance gaps. + Engineer unique cybersecurity solutions to support Cyber Threat and Defensive Operations. + Automate security monitoring, threat assessments, and reporting functions. + Analyze system and organizational security posture trends; provide findings to the ISSM/ISSO. + Recommend cybersecurity measures and mitigations based on evolving threats and vulnerabilities. + Implement security controls in alignment with DoD policies and principles of confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation. + Recommend and plan modifications based on exercise results and security testing outcomes. + Mitigate or recommend acceptance of identified risks and deficiencies during certification and testing activities. ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/949-progressive-delivery-in-kubernetes) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [APItoolkit: Using Merkle Trees and LLMs to Detect the UnDetectable in Software Monitoring](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1639-apitoolkit-using-merkle-trees-and-llms-to-detect-the-undetectable-in-software-monitoring) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)