Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) - TS/SCI with Poly

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Are you ready to take your career to the next level by contributing to a cutting-edge program that is building next-generation capabilities? If you're tired of the same old data center routine and eager to engage with High-Performance Computing, this is the opportunity for you! Join a mission-driven team within one of the nation's most critical intelligence organizations and make a tangible impact on national security and global issues.
As an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) , you'll support vital missions that shape the future of intelligence systems. You will collaborate as a team partner with a dynamic full technology stack engineering team working on a large-scale Government Information software system in both operations and new development.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and information assurance processes in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidelines.
• Ensure the secure development and maintenance of tools, including managing accreditations and authorization processes; identifying and mitigating security risks and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Provide consultation, analysis and recommendations on system architecture, system configuration and data flows throughout the life cycle of tool development; including testing, operations, maintenance and decommission.
• Provide support services that include assisting project personnel in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security controls applicable to their systems, recommending mitigation strategies for vulnerabilities, recommending system exceptions and/or Plan of Action and Milestones, and assisting in the remediation of risk findings identified by Security.
• Maintain close liaison with ISSM office, with a focus on synthesizing ISSM guidance for streamlined and low-risk implementation for systems.
• Work with team to write and successfully execute Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address cyber security issues and liens
• Serve as the office representative to relevant Cloud and Security related groups.
• Engage with C2E: Cloud Services Providers and provide recommendations for integration with customer tools as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum 8-12 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 8 years of experience; or a Doctorate with 6 years of experience.
• Proven experience in supporting A&A and information assurance processes.
• Strong understanding of DISA STIGs and hands-on experience with STIG Viewer.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current security risks, protocols, and best practices.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced cyber security certifications such as Certified Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Global Information Assurance Certification, or similar.
• Demonstrated experience working in the cyber security program of a large, multi-tiered, multi-classification level system.
• Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process as driven by ICD 503 and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800 series.
• Familiarity with cloud-hosted information systems or applications.
• Proficiency in Red Hat or CentOS Linux operating systems.
• Experience working in a DevSecOps environment and utilizing related tools.
• Experience planning and overseeing configuration changes for major applications across multiple networks.

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• The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $155,000.00 - $259,000.00 annually.
For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits
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