Information Systems Security Engineer (subject Matter Expert)

Nightwing

Sterling, VA, United States
On-site
Cybersecurity policies and procedures for government sector
Technical and operational implementation of security
Guidance, standards, and oversight to development teams
Nightwing is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to bridge the gap between high-level cybersecurity policies and their technical implementation within government sector information systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in assessments and compliance, and must possess a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

Job Summary

  • The role of the ISSE is to bridge the gap between high level security policies/requirements and technical/operational implementation of those requirements.
  • The ISSE will work closely and effectively with the ISSM and Sponsor IT managers on all aspects of their development and implementation programs as they progress through their Agile management processes.
  • You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do.

Matching Summary

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Nightwing is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to bridge the gap between high-level cybersecurity policies and their technical implementation within government sector information systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in assessments and compliance, and must possess a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cybersecurity policies and procedures for government sector
  • technical and operational implementation of security
  • guidance, standards, and oversight to development teams
  • input to A&A process activities and documentation
  • assessments of existing IT architecture for compliance
  • evaluating proposed security architectures and designs
  • continuous monitoring support for information systems
  • using NESSUS and other scanning applications

Nice-to-have

  • disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings
  • work well with others, independently and as part of a team
  • educating development teams on security understanding
  • interview engineers and brief executive stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in STEM field) and 10 years technical experience
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph Required Day 1
  • Experience working with sponsor and providing input to A&A process activities
  • Demonstrated on-the-job experience conducting assessments of existing IT architecture
  • Demonstrated on-the-job experience evaluating proposed security architectures
  • Basic understanding of information security principles and risk assessment techniques
  • Experience with using NESSUS and other scanning applications
  • Advanced analytical skills
  • Advanced communications skills
  • Must be able to work well with others
  • Intermediate presentation skills
  • Familiarity with Agile framework

Work Rights

TS/SCI with Polygraph

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