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# Senior Information Assurance/Security Engineer

- **Company:** Telos Corporation
- **Location:** Reston, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Xacta, JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Apache HTTP Server, Software Suite, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Databases, Linux, JSON, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Service Pack, Scripting, Cyber Threat Analysis, Object Notation, Nessus, Api Management
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88198314/1

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI Security Clearance with CI Polygraph
 * Bachelor's Degree and 5 - 7 years' experience
 * Must possess IAT LVL II AND one of the DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certifications such as: CEH, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND certification prior to start date
 - Hiring preference will be given to candidates with an additional AWS Solutions Architect, or AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification
 * Experience STIG'ing enterprise systems
 * AWS/C2S Linux experience
 * Experience conducing system patching (security patch, upgrades)
 * Experience analyzing Nessus scans and conducting remediations actions
 * Experience in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex technical issues.
 * User/Administrator experience with one of the following highly desired: Xacta, Archer, eMASS, or other enterprise Cyber Risk Management tool
 * Experience with querying Database Management Systems such as MSSQL or PostgreSQL highly desired.
 * Experience with scripting languages such as PHP, Python, or Apache Velocity highly desired.
 * Ability to develop Java Script Object Notation (JSON) API Solutions highly desired.
 * Configuration Management & basic IT Systems Administration experience required.
 * Risk Management Framework cloud security requirements highly desired.
 * Must possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
 * Must have strong interpersonal skills.
 * Demonstrated ability to work tasks autonomously.
 * Demonstrated ability to work with staff located in geographically disparate areas.
 * A professional attitude regarding attention to detail and customer service and excellent organizational skills are required.
 * Ability to pay strict attention to detail with an emphasis on high quality of deliverables

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

## Description

* Learn, operate, and administer Xacta IA Manager Software Suite.
 * Ensure technical security benchmarks are maintained. Analyze Xacta system Nessus scans, conduct remediation/system patching and installation of security patches.
 * Provide quality customer support. Interact daily in person, via email and phone conversations with a large user base to provide Xacta software and Risk Management Framework support.
 * Develop workflow templates to align with customer business processes and practices.
 * Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operational performance and streamline customer Risk Management Framework workflow processes.


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