Information Systems Security Engineer
Information Systems Security Engineer
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Job Description
Northwest Talent Solutions is a leading Technology Finance and Healthcare staffing/recruiting and HR/DEI consulting firm partnering with outstanding clients within the private industry and public sector. Currently we are partnered with a preferred client in the Government & Policy sector in search of a highly talented Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE).
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to support a nationally significant and fastpaced program. The ideal candidate will provide support for adding new capabilities to a complex system with exacting interface performance and security requirements. This role requires a solid understanding of security practices and policies as well as handson vulnerability testing experience.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Validate and verify system security requirements for largescale systems in complex network environments
- Identify and implement appropriate information security architectures and functionality
- Assess and mitigate system security threats and risks throughout the program life cycle
- Lead and contribute to security planning assessment risk analysis and certification activities
- Collaborate with internal technical experts and communicate with Program Managers
- Participate in program increment planning and related agile team activities
- Analyze and assess system implementation against multiple security compliance policies
- Evaluate review and test securitycritical software
- Audit and assess system security configuration settings using common methodologies and tools
- Support risk assessment continuous monitoring and other IA program support functions
- Plan and conduct security verification testing of relevant type 1 devices
Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)
- Computer Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification
- Information System Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) Certification
- Experience applying Risk Management Framework
- Strong knowledge of common security tools (e.g. Nessus NMAP Wireshark)
- Experience with secure configurations of desktop and server operating systems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science Information Assurance or related field (preferred)
- 5 years of experience with Defense in Depth Principals/technology (preferred)
- Experience with penetration testing tools (preferred)
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Proficiency in formulating and assessing IT security policies
- Ability to work on multiple systems and components simultaneously
- Strong problemsolving and analytical skills
- Commitment to adopting and adhering to best practices
- Ability to effectively plan prioritize tasks and communicate technical options
- Capable of performing highquality work both independently and with a team in a fastmoving environment
Screening Questions:
- Do you have an active TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)
- Is your last polygraph within the past 5 years and from the Maryland Intelligence Customer
- Do you currently have an active CISSP certification
- How many years of experience do you have in Information Systems Security Engineering
For confidential immediate consideration please apply with a formal copy of your resume along with your salary expectations and answers to all outlined screening questions.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type
Full Time
