Information Systems Security Engineer

Fort Meade, MD, US • Posted 60+ days ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
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Job Details

Skills

  • Security Clearance
  • Information Systems
  • ISSE
  • Risk Management
  • Cyber Security
  • Leadership
  • Attention To Detail
  • Risk Assessment
  • Security Architecture
  • Integrated Circuit
  • IC
  • Internal Communications
  • Network
  • Systems Design
  • Security Analysis
  • Continuous Monitoring
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Evaluation
  • Interfaces
  • NIST SP 800 Series
  • Risk Management Framework
  • RMF
  • ICD
  • CNSS
  • DoD
  • STIG
  • Nessus
  • Splunk
  • Wireshark
  • HBSS
  • McAfee ePO
  • Firewall
  • IDS
  • IPS
  • Multi-factor Authentication
  • System Security
  • Documentation
  • Security Controls
  • Traceability Matrix
  • SCTM
  • Unix
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Virtualization
  • VMware
  • Hyper-V
  • Cloud Computing
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Google Cloud
  • FOCUS
  • Cloud Security
  • Encryption
  • TLS
  • SSL
  • IPsec
  • Virtual Private Network
  • PKI
  • Security QA
  • Nmap
  • Metasploit
  • Burp Suite
  • Linux
  • Scripting
  • Python
  • Windows PowerShell
  • Bash
  • Software Development Methodology
  • Collaboration
  • Issue Tracking
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • ServiceNow
  • CISSP
  • Certified Ethical Hacker
  • Security+
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Business Development
  • PPO
  • Point Of Sale
  • HMO
  • Life Insurance
  • Taxes
  • Apache Flex

Summary

  • Requisition ID: 2132
  • Standard Title:
  • Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
  • City and State: Fort Meade, Maryland
  • Work Type: On-Site
  • Travel: None
  • Shift: First
  • Referral Eligibility: Eligible
  • U.S. citizenship required? Yes

Job Description:

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our team. Our ISSEs play a critical role in safeguarding cutting-edge systems that support national defense and mission-critical operations. We are looking for security professionals who bring expertise in system security design, risk management, and cybersecurity frameworks, as well as strong leadership qualities and an eagerness to tackle complex challenges. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate versatility, attention to detail, and a commitment to protecting sensitive information and systems as we continue to push technology forward.

Responsibilities:

  • Develops, implements, and maintains security solutions for complex systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

  • Conducts system security analysis, risk assessments, and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate risks.

  • Supports the development of security architecture and system security engineering artifacts based on NIST, DoD, and IC policies and guidelines.

  • Collaborates with system architects, software engineers, and network engineers to incorporate security requirements into system design.

  • Develops and maintains System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and related Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation.

  • Performs continuous monitoring and ensures compliance with applicable security standards (NIST SP 800-53, ICD 503, CNSS, etc.).

  • Provides recommendations for improving system security posture and addresses security incidents as they arise.

  • Engages in security testing, evaluation, and certification & accreditation (C&A) activities.

  • Interfaces with government customers and stakeholders to effectively communicate technical information and security strategies.

Experience with some or all of the following:

  • Security frameworks and standards such as NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, CNSS, DoD STIGs

  • Security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Tenable, Splunk, Wireshark, HBSS, McAfee ePO

  • Security technologies including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs, VPNs, PKI, Multi-Factor Authentication

  • System security documentation: SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM)

  • Experience with Linux, Unix, Windows, and Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)

  • Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud with a focus on cloud security

  • Encryption protocols and technologies such as TLS/SSL, IPsec, VPN, PKI

  • Security testing tools: Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Kali Linux

  • Scripting and automation experience: Python, PowerShell, Bash

  • Knowledge of system development lifecycle (SDLC), software assurance, and secure coding practices

  • Collaboration and issue-tracking tools like JIRA, Confluence, ServiceNow

  • Certifications such as CISSP, CAP, CEH, Security+, AWS Security Specialty, or equivalent

Pay & Benefit Highlights
Compensation
  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
Health
  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
  • 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000.
Retirement
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options.
Leave
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
  • 11 paid floating holidays.
Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).
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  • Dice Id: 90984897
  • Position Id: b17b5fe95428b9cf9333e4bf4fede5eb
  • Posted 30+ days ago
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