Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Cyber Defense Technologies

$120K — $180K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related engineering discipline.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or related roles.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Security +, CISSP, CEH, CYSA+).
  • Hands-on experience with ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).

Responsibilities

  • Design, test and implement secure operating systems and networks.
  • Manage IT security systems and applications, including incident response and digital forensics.
  • Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments and develop security controls.
  • Research and recommend new security tools and techniques.
  • Utilize the ELK Stack for centralized logging and security monitoring.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Full Job Description
Position: Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)
Overview:
Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT), a leading small business cybersecurity and engineering firm, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) onsite in Englewood, CO with a Secret Clearance or Higher. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security engineering, risk management framework, and hands-on experience with ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for log analysis.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, test and implement secure operating systems, networks, security monitoring, and tuning.
  • Responsible for the management of IT security systems and applications, incident response, digital forensics, loss prevention, and eDiscovery actions, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and developing and implementing security controls.
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies in alignment with program security strategy.
  • Configure and utilize the ELK Stack for centralized logging, analysis and security monitoring.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or related roles.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g. Security +, CISSP, CEH, CYSA+)
  • Hands-on experience with ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Apply Now:
If you are a proactive Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000

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