Information Systems Security Engineer (Sr and Mid)

Responsibilities:

  • Security Design and Implementation: Design, implement, and maintain security solutions within a hybrid Azure cloud environment, ensuring compliance with DoD, NIST, and RMF standards.
  • System Hardening: Apply security measures to harden systems, including network devices, servers, and cloud components to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments, develop and update security policies, and implement security controls to mitigate identified risks.
  • Compliance and Auditing: Ensure systems and processes adhere to federal and military standards, including FISMA, RMF, and DISA STIGs. Prepare for and assist with audits, including ATO processes.
  • Incident Response: Participate in incident response planning and execution, including the detection, analysis, and resolution of security incidents in cloud environments.
  • Documentation: Produce comprehensive security documentation, including system security plans, security impact analyses, and standard operating procedures.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, network engineers, and software developers to integrate security into all aspects of IT operations.
  • Continuous Monitoring: Implement and manage continuous monitoring strategies to detect and respond to security issues promptly.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years specifically in cloud security, preferably Azure.
  • Experience with the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
  • Strong knowledge of network security, identity and access management, and encryption technologies.
  • Experience with scripting (e.g., PowerShell) for automation and security tasks.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong analytical skills, and the capability to work in a fast-paced environment. Good communication skills to interface with various stakeholders.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience or a Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience. Additional experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree
Certification: CISM CISSP or comparable security certification
Clearance: Secret
Job Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) APG MD Adelphi Laboratory Center (ALC) Adelphi MD Army Research Office (ARO) Durham NC White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) White Sands NM

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