Information Systems Security Engineer; ISSE

information systems security engineer (isse)

scientific research corporation (src) is seeking a qualified, forward‑leaning information systems security engineer (isse) to support department of war (dow) cybersecurity initiatives. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the secure design, integration, and operation of cloud‑based solutions across the government's enterprise environment. The ideal candidate is a motivated self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills, the ability to resolve issues in complex environments, and is committed to embedding security into every stage of system development.

As part of our mission‑driven team focused on secure, innovative cloud service integration, you will work with cutting‑edge technologies across multiple platforms while contributing to projects that directly strengthen organizational resilience and operational success.

• leading security engineering efforts for cloud service integrations, ensuring compliance with risk management framework (rmf) standards
• collaborating with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to design and implement secure solutions leveraging mulesoft, salesforce, aws, and other cloud based solutions
• conducting security assessments and validations and preparing documentation to support the accreditation and certification processes
• serving as a trusted advisor on cybersecurity risks, mitigation strategies, and secure architecture design
• providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and security personnel on security and compliance practices
• applying expertise in data governance and management to ensure secure handling of sensitive information
• navigating and enforcing compliance with impact level (il) 4,5, and 6, federal risk and authorization management program (fedramp), and ports/protocols/procedures requirements
• driving process‑oriented approaches to ensure repeatable, scalable, and auditable security practices

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• 3-5 years of hands‑on dod rmf experience, u.s. Navy experience a plus
• strong familiarity with mulesoft, salesforce, aws, and other cloud‑based solutions
• proven ability to integrate security into system architecture and lifecycle processes
• understanding of data governance and management principles
• proven experience with enterprise mission assurance support service (emass)
• excellent communication and documentation skills for technical and executive audiences
• demonstrated ability to work independently as a motivated, self‑starter with a forward‑leaning mindset
• experience working in dod or federal environments with knowledge and understanding of strict compliance requirements
• knowledge of secure api integration and cloud‑native security tools
• enterprise mission assurance support service (emass) experience and risk management framework (rmf) familiarity of the process and library of tools, diagrams, and documents to support and aid in the execution of the rmf assess & authorization process

• certified navy validator credential preferred
• cissp (certified information systems security professional) certification preferred

src is a contractor for the u.s. Government, this position will require u.s. Citizenship as well as, a u.s. Government security clearance at the secret level with top secret / sci eligibility

• some travel may be required for this position, up to 10%

scientific research corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

src offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions…