Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) - Active TS / SCI with FSP

Location : Herndon / Chantilly and Tysons, VA

Clearance Required : TS / SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)

Position Type : Full-Time, On-Site

Our Client is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join the Phoenix program in a fully funded, mission-critical role. The ISSE will be responsible for defining and implementing security requirements, advising on cybersecurity and information assurance (IA) programs, and supporting accreditation and authorization (A&A) processes. This position will lead vulnerability scanning efforts, ensure compliance with security policies, and maintain system security documentation to safeguard sensitive data and systems.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead automated security testing efforts leveraging Sponsor’s enterprise scanning tools
• Create and deliver Monthly Vulnerability Scans and Monthly Privileged Users and Admin Reports
• Serve as the overall lead for ensuring systems are secure by protecting data and enforcing need-to-know access
• Collaborate with the technical team to develop and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs)
• Support the Program Manager (PM) with the Contract Security Plan
• Coordinate with the Sponsor’s Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and INFOSEC Program Council as required
• Author and maintain the program’s System Security Plan (SSP) for A&A activities
• Provide security education and awareness programs for Sponsor and program staff
• Develop and maintain the program’s Automated Information Systems (AIS) Plan

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications :

4–7 years of professional experience with :

Preferred Qualifications :

Eligibility :

Benefits

Salary : $155,000 / yr. – $175,000 / yr.