Overview
Byte Systems, a subsidiary of VTG, is seeking a seasoned Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our diverse Information Assurance team supporting the Intelligence Community at our Herndon, VA office.
What will you do?
The candidate will be expected to:
Design and implement safety measures and controls. Monitor network activity to identify vulnerable points. Address privacy breaches and malware threats.
Support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes and Information Assurance documentation for multiple analytic and mission systems across all CLINs
Generate and maintain the complete security Body of Evidence (BoE) while leading the A&A activities according to the Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes (ICD 503, CNSSI-1253, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, etc.) for all multiple information systems
Author, complete and maintain the System Security Plan (SSP) within XACTA
Develop the Security Controls Traceability Matrices (SCTM), and the Security Test Plan (STP) procedures within Xacta.
Analyze existing security systems and make recommendations for changes or improvements
Prepare reports and action plans if a security breach does occur
Monitor the network and provide early warning of abnormalities or problems
Communicate the system status and keep users informed of downtime or changes to the system
Experience working with software developers and architects to understand security requirements
Experience guiding the application developers on security policy, identifying security requirements, providing technical guidance for the satisfaction of requirements
Experience creating and managing the plan of action and milestones (POA&Ms), and working with project managers and engineers to develop schedules and engineering actions that mitigate open findings
Experience supporting the Continuous Monitoring of operational systems; experience monitoring and auditing operational systems for proper use
Log Review/Analysis using SIEM tools (Splunk, etc.)
Vulnerability Analysis and Review (ACAS, Prisma, SonarQube, JFrog X-Ray, GitLab Code Quality)
DISA STIGs and STIG Viewer experience
Do you have what it takes?
Required Qualifications:
9+ years supporting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and information assurance processes and documentation using RMF, BS degree; 7 years of experience with a masters; an additional 4 years of experience required in lieu of a degree
Hands-on experience to validate control implementations and test procedures
Knowledge of current security risks and protocols
Willingness to work outside of standard hours if circumstances require
DoD Approved 8140 Baseline Certifications (eg, Security+) certifications
RMF, Xacta experience
TS/SCI with Poly
Work 100% onsite in a secure environment
Must be indoc'd to start
Desired Qualifications:
Experience working with AWS/Google cloud-hosted information systems or applications
Experience working with Containerized Systems or Applications
Experience working with Redhat or CentOS Linux operating systems
Experience working in a DevSecOps environment and tool chain
Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $175,000-$220,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.
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- Dice Id: RTL806649
- Position Id: 649aa8c01462f26801f15270133cbcd
- Posted 30+ days ago
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