Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Senior - PR 1458

PESystems, Inc.
Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
$165,000.0 - $174,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Access Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Information Security Management Microsoft Office Microsoft Visio Microsoft PowerPoint Systems Development Life Cycle Systems Architecture Operating System Security

Job description

  • Coordinate system security implementation activities and cybersecurity processes for the development, integration, and modification of mission-critical systems.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on acquisition security requirements and cybersecurity documentation in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies and guidance.
  • Support System Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Assist with COMSEC (Communications Security) certification efforts and associated documentation requirements.
  • Support the design, development, implementation, and integration of information assurance (IA), cybersecurity, and cryptographic architectures.
  • Serve as the Program Management Office (PMO) subject matter expert for system security implementation and security compliance activities.
  • Ensure IA security protections, cybersecurity controls, and security requirements are incorporated into system design and development efforts.
  • Conduct technical reviews of system architectures, cybersecurity controls, and security engineering activities.
  • Perform non-technical program and compliance reviews to evaluate adherence to security requirements and policies.
  • Support development and test activities by participating in audits, assessments, and verification efforts.
  • Apply security systems engineering principles across hardware, software, operating systems, networks, and application environments.
  • Assess operating system security features, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Perform information assurance and cybersecurity vulnerability testing to identify and reduce system risk.
  • Support cryptographic engineering activities, including requirements development, architecture design, implementation, and certification processes.
  • Ensure cryptographic solutions comply with NSA/CSS policies, standards, and certification requirements.
  • Implement system security and Program Protection measures for major defense acquisition and system development programs.
  • Assist in the development, review, and execution of Program Protection Plans (PPPs) and related security documentation.
  • Provide cybersecurity and IA/security engineering expertise in support of U.S. Government contract proposals and acquisition efforts.
  • Develop, maintain, and manage security controls and Assessment & Authorization documentation in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Support implementation of DoD and Federal cybersecurity requirements while ensuring compliance with applicable security policies, regulations, and standards.

Requirements

Education/Certifications/Experience/Skills:

  • BA/BS or Master of Arts/ Master of Science (MA/MS) degree and over 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Must possess and maintain a government security clearance at the Top-Secret/SCI
  • Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft programs (including Excel, Word, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, and Project).
  • Must be able to perform all functional duties independently.
  • Must be able to transport self to various facility sites, as required. If using own motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

About the company

PE Systems, Inc. genuinely cares about their employees. We bring together the best people and the best careers. Our family of talented and focused professionals enjoy PE Systems’ generous PTO and Holidays, great benefits and great pay.

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