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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Senior - PR 1458 - **Company:** PESystems, Inc. - **Location:** Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $174,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 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 - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9178789/information-system-security-engineer-isse-senior-pr-1458 ## About the Role 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. ## 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. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [SRE Methods In an Agency Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/348-sre-methods-in-an-agency-environment) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [Software Security 101: Secure Coding Basics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/220-software-security-101-secure-coding-basics) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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