Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

UI
Information Technology
Network
Microsoft
Tier 1
Recruiting
Training
Partnership
ISSE
Information Systems
Collaboration
Information System Security
ISSM
Authorization
DoD
IC
Internal Communications
Integrated Circuit
System Security
SSP
Security Controls
SCA
Incident Management
Risk Management
Management
Continuous Monitoring
ICD
Documentation
Security Engineering
Network Design
Firewall
Encryption
Computer Hardware
RMF
Risk Management Framework
NIST SP 800 Series
CNSS
Publications
Nessus
Nmap
WebInspect
Security+
CISSP
Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Red Hat Linux
Unix
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Puppet
Ansible
Git
GitLab
Apache Subversion
PKI
Secure Shell
Amazon Web Services
Cloud Computing
VMware
Veeam
Backup
Grafana
JIRA
SAN
IBM GPFS
Cisco
Cisco Certifications
Storage
Auditing
Screenwriting
Relational Databases
Oracle
MySQL
Communication
Computer Science
Cyber Security
System Administration
Security Clearance
Continuous Integration

Job Details

CCS Global Tech is a rapidly growing Information Technology company with a diverse portfolio of technology products and services and a large network of industry partnerships. With over 22 years of being a successful business with a global talent pool and presence, CCS is a certified Microsoft Gold Partner and specializes in delivering expert Microsoft based solutions for technical and business needs. We have been recognized by Inc. 500 Magazine as one of the fastest growing small companies in the Unites States.
we are a Tier 1 vendor for the City and County of San Francisco for Cloud Services, Staffing Services and Training Services. For this multi-year opportunity with a diverse set of needs to address, we are currently focusing on establishing partnerships with individuals as well as companies who can help us enhance our overall service portfolio, cut lead times, and ultimately help us deliver successfully. We currently hold sizable Government accounts in the San Francisco bay area including City and County of San Francisco, San Mateo County, and Santa Clara County.
We take great pride in our global reach and local influence. Your experience alongside our highly skilled and talented internal team who guide you along the way, offers key insights into what helps you stand out in a competitive job market.
If you are a partner company, please submit resumes with contact information of your own W2 Consultants only. Submitted consultants are expected to have excellent communication skills.

Job Description:

We are seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to support a critical national security program. The ISSE serves as a bridge between high-level security requirements and the technical implementation of those policies in Government (DoD, Intelligence Community) information systems.

You will collaborate with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), Program Manager, and engineering teams to guide the system through Assessment and Authorization (A&A), support ICD-503 RMF compliance, and maintain accreditation.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Implement cybersecurity policies and technical controls in line with DoD/IC compliance standards

  • Provide guidance and oversight to development teams working toward system accreditation

  • Support and author A&A documentation including:

    • Security CONOPS

    • System Security Plans (SSP)

    • Security Control Assessments (SCA)

    • Incident Response Plans (IRP)

    • Configuration and Contingency Plans

    • POA&Ms, Risk Management Plans, and audit artifacts

  • Manage continuous monitoring and security auditing processes

  • Interface with scanning and compliance tools (e.g., NESSUS, NMAP, Rapid7)

  • Act as a cybersecurity SME across a broad Linux-based enterprise system

  • Advise on and evaluate security architectures and controls

  • Cross-train and support across other infrastructure components

Required Skills:

  • Deep expertise with ICD-503 C&A process and related documentation

  • Experience in security engineering across:

    • Systems and network architecture

    • Firewalls, DMZs, encryption

    • Software/hardware lifecycle security

  • Understanding of RMF and frameworks such as:

    • NIST SP 800-37

    • CNSS publications

  • Hands-on experience with security compliance and monitoring tools:

    • NESSUS, NMAP, WebInspect, AppDetective, SNOW

  • Security certifications: Security+ or CISSP (required)

  • Experience supporting A&A testing and evaluations

  • Ability to communicate security practices clearly with development teams

  • Analyze and validate security designs for compliance

Desired Skills:

  • Proficiency with Red Hat Linux/Unix and Windows environments

  • 5+ years as a Linux system admin/engineer

  • Experience with:

    • Puppet, Ansible, Foreman

    • Git, GitLab, SVN

    • PKI, SSH, SSSD, HTTPD

    • Amazon Web Services or other cloud technologies

    • VMware (VSAN, vCenter), Veeam backup integration

    • Enterprise tools (Grafana, Jira, Elastic Stack, FreeIPA)

    • SAN Storage (preferably IBM GPFS)

  • Familiarity with Cisco networking (CCNA/CCNA Security) and storage bootstrapping (e.g., HPE, iLO)

  • Experience with audit logging from heterogeneous systems

  • Strong script writing skills for system automation

  • Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL

  • Excellent written communication-able to convey technical and executive-level insights

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

  • 10+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity/system administration

  • ship required

  • Active TS/SCI clearance required, with ability to obtain CI Polygraph

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