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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Systems Security Engineer - **Company:** Amyx, Inc. - **Location:** Ferguson, MO, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software Quality, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Software Engineering, Information Technology - **Published:** October 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18696393/Information-Systems-Security-Engineer-Missouri-St-Louis ## About the Role Required: * Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college or university (Recommend an accredited Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree; or a degree in a Mathematics or Engineering field.) * Clearance: TS/SCI * DoD 8140 Certification: CAP or CASP+ or CCISO or CCSP or CISM or CISSP or Cloud+ or SSCP * Skill in creating policies that reflect system security objectives. * Skill in determining how a security system should work (including its resilience and dependability capabilities) and how changes in conditions, operations, or the environment will affect these outcomes. * Skill in evaluating the trustworthiness of the supplier and/or product. Ability to apply techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions using intrusion detection technologies. * Ability to integrate information security requirements into the acquisition process; using applicable baseline security controls as one of the sources for security requirements; ensuring a robust software quality control process; and establishing multiple sources (e.g., delivery routes, for critical system elements). * Ability to identify critical infrastructure systems with information communication technology that were designed without system security considerations., Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. ## Description Amyx is seeking to hire a Information Systems Security Manager-Intermediate to support our Cybersecurity Division/NGA Defender in the NCW St. Louis, MO area. Responsible for the cybersecurity of a program, organization, system, or enclave. Responsibilities Acquire and manage the necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personnel, to support information technology (IT) security goals and objectives and reduce overall organizational risk. * Acquire necessary resources, including financial resources, to conduct an effective enterprise continuity of operations program. * Advise senior management (e.g., Chief Information Officer [CIO]) on risk levels and security posture. * Advise senior management (e.g., CIO) on cost/benefit analysis of information security programs, policies, processes, systems, and elements. * Advise appropriate senior leadership or Authorizing Official of changes affecting the organization's cybersecurity posture. * Collect and maintain data needed to meet system cybersecurity reporting. * Communicate the value of information technology (IT) security throughout all levels of the organization stakeholders. * Collaborate with stakeholders to establish the enterprise continuity of operations program, strategy, and mission assurance. * Ensure that security improvement actions are evaluated, validated, and implemented as required. * Ensure that cybersecurity inspections, tests, and reviews are coordinated for the network environment. * Ensure that cybersecurity requirements are integrated into the continuity planning for that system and/or organization(s). * Ensure that protection and detection capabilities are acquired or developed using the IS security engineering approach and are consistent with organization-level cybersecurity architecture. * Establish overall enterprise information security architecture (EISA) with the organization's overall security strategy. * Evaluate and approve development efforts to ensure that baseline security safeguards are appropriately installed. * Evaluate cost/benefit, economic, and risk analysis in decision-making process. * Identify alternative information security strategies to address organizational security objective. * Identify information technology (IT) security program implications of new technologies or technology upgrades. * Interface with external organizations (e.g., public affairs, law enforcement, Command or Component Inspector General) to ensure appropriate and accurate dissemination of incident and other Computer Network Defense information. * Interpret and/or approve security requirements relative to the capabilities of new information technologies. * Interpret patterns of noncompliance to determine their impact on levels of risk and/or overall effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity program. * Lead and align information technology (IT) security priorities with the security strategy. * Lead and oversee information security budget, staffing, and contracting. * Manage the monitoring of information security data sources to maintain organizational situational awareness. * Manage the publishing of Computer Network Defense guidance (e.g., TCNOs, Concept of Operations, Net Analyst Reports, * Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity safeguards to ensure that they provide the intended level of protection. * Oversee the information security training and awareness program. * Participate in an information security risk assessment during the Security Assessment and Authorization process. * Participate in the development or modification of the computer environment cybersecurity program plans and requirements. * Prepare, distribute, and maintain plans, instructions, guidance, and standard operating procedures concerning the security of network system(s) operations. * Provide enterprise cybersecurity and supply chain risk management guidance for development of the Continuity of Operations Plans. * Provide leadership and direction to information technology (IT) personnel by ensuring that cybersecurity awareness, basics, literacy, and training are provided to operations personnel commensurate with their responsibilities. * Provide system-related input on cybersecurity requirements to be included in statements of work and other appropriate procurement documents. * Provide technical documents, incident reports, findings from computer examinations, summaries, and other situational awareness information to higher headquarters. * Recognize a possible security violation and take appropriate action to report the incident, as required. * Recommend resource allocations required to securely operate and maintain an organization's cybersecurity requirements. * Recommend policy and coordinate review and approval. * Supervise or manage protective or corrective measures when a cybersecurity incident or vulnerability is discovered. * Track audit findings and recommendations to ensure that appropriate mitigation actions are taken. Use federal and organization-specific published documents to manage operations of their computing environment system(s). * Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensure sound security principles are reflected in the organization's vision and goals. * Oversee policy standards and implementation strategies to ensure procedures and guidelines comply with cybersecurity policies. * Participate in Risk Governance process to provide security risks, mitigations, and input on other technical risk. * Evaluate the effectiveness of procurement function in addressing information security requirements and supply chain risks through procurement activities and recommend improvements. * Identify security requirements specific to an information technology (IT) system in all phases of the system life cycle. * Ensure that plans of actions and milestones or remediation plans are in place for vulnerabilities identified during risk assessments, audits, inspections, etc. * Assure successful implementation and functionality of security requirements and appropriate information technology (IT) policies and procedures that are consistent with the organization's mission and goals. * Support necessary compliance activities (e.g., ensure that system security configuration guidelines are followed, compliance monitoring occurs). * Participate in the acquisition process as necessary, following appropriate supply chain risk management practices. * Ensure that all acquisitions, procurements, and outsourcing efforts address information security requirements consistent with organization goals. * Continuously validate the organization against policies/guidelines/procedures/regulations/laws to ensure compliance. * Forecast ongoing service demands and ensure that security assumptions are reviewed as necessary. * Define and/or implement policies and procedures to ensure protection of critical infrastructure as appropriate. * Must have the ability to communicate accurate information