Information Systems Security Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) for a position located in Chantilly, VA. The successful candidate will leverage overall system knowledge and expertise of space systems regarding security posture in the areas of technical, network, physical, certification and accreditation and operational security.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES :

Key duties / responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Provide ISSE expertise for transitioning NRO or DoD systems authorization to Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503 or current agency directive and provide expertise on authorization process as needed.
• Perform system, sub-system and unit-level design analysis as necessary to determine if the design is both adequate to meet program security requirements and is cost effective.
• Perform analysis of alternatives (AoA) for security architectures and assist Systems Engineering with the planning for significant new and emerging security requirements for information assurance, information technology and security requirements.
• Provide support to system certification activities and efforts related to system certification and accreditation.
• Research, develop, integrate and distribute IS security tools and associated documentation.
• Provide on-site assistance for integrating IS security tools into contractor and Government information systems.
• Develop security procedures for systems and software within area of expertise to ensure consistent security policy implementation.
• Provide status to Directorate Information System Security Manager (ISSM) regarding certification and accreditation of all System Program Office sponsored systems.
• Provide the Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) support for IA systems concept, requirements, design, development, implementation, and / or integration from end-to-end of a system or system component as required.
• Design develop, and implement network security measures that provide confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication and no-repudiation.
• Evaluate engineering change request proposals that require additional system requirements and / or possible change to system architecture and provide updated security impacts that affect the system.
• Develop security plans utilizing common IA controls where possible when assessing a system for authorization.
• Collaborate and work with other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) on developing authorization packages in support of Achieving Authority to Operate (ATO) with required timelines.
• Participate in IA Engineering Working Groups, ISSE forums, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and provide IA guidance as needed.

Qualifications

Clearance required to start :

TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Desired Skills :

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.