Information Systems Security Engineer- Springfield, VA; TS​/SCI

Information Systems Security Engineer – Springfield, VA (TS/SCI)

Location: Springfield, Virginia

Security Clearance: TS/SCI required.

Salary Range: $103,800 - $218,100

Travel: Up to 10% local

Employment Type: Full time

Job Category: Information Technology

We are looking for an Information Assurance/Security Specialist III to join our team. The role performs vulnerability and risk analyses of computer systems and applications, supports Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and identifies, reports, and resolves security violations.

• Support development and analysis of Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Life Cycle Management documentation of systems and/or networks.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of all necessary A&A documents.
• Provide coordination, tracking, and management through all aspects of the initial and recurring A&A processes.
• Conduct independent assessments of all required security controls including interviews, examinations, and testing, and prepare the assessment findings report.
• Work with system owners to resolve findings and answer questions.
• Perform cybersecurity review and validation services for cybersecurity authorization deliverables and record results.
• Support the RMF process using applicable tools.
• Attend and participate in required meetings or teleconferences.
• Manage continuous monitoring and plans of action and milestones (POA&M).
• Assess systems deployed in Cloud Environments.
• Work in a multi-task dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Provide analytical, communication and troubleshooting skills that enable proactive and effective collaboration, including the ability to clearly articulate status and present to both customers and program leadership.

• DoDD 8140.01 / 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification.
• Security Clearance:
  Active TS/SCI (must be able to obtain CI poly after start).
• 5 or more years of experience with certification and accreditation (C&A) or A&A.
• BS degree (or equivalent experience) in Cybersecurity, Information Security, IT, EE, Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge as an Information Assurance (IA) Specialist concerning C&A/A&A activities and all associated IA policies and procedures on DoD systems.
• Experience with A&A on hardware and software operating in geographically dispersed locations.
• Hands‑on experience with a variety of cybersecurity tools.
• Hands‑on experience working with DoD networks.
• Experience in FISMA and other information assurance‑related compliance reporting.
• Motivated self‑starter with ability to work in a matrix organization and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Experience using the Risk Management Framework (RMF) supporting the A&A process, including analyzing the development of supporting policies, procedures, and plans, designing, and implementing security controls, testing and validating security controls, and analyzing and tracking corrective action plans.
• Minimum
  
  Education Required:
  
  High School/GED.

• Master’s Degree.