Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Cyber Defense Technologies

$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in deploying, configuring, and monitoring systems and networks
  • Proven team leadership experience
  • Experience with implementing complex technical solutions
  • Ability to communicate technical importance to stakeholders
  • Technical certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, Security +, RHCSA, or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain classified virtual enterprise systems and technologies
  • Perform continuous monitoring and security testing using tools like ACAS/Nessus
  • Implement solutions for identified vulnerabilities and system patches
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade networking infrastructure including switches and firewalls
  • Ensure maintenance and functionality of HBSS installation
  • Create and sustain documentation and procedures with the ISSO team

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement plans
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview: CDT is seeking an experienced and skilled ISSE for a DoD program in Westford, MA.This position is hands-on technical and will provide on-site security engineering, systems administration, and information assurance support to the program.

Clearance Requirements: An active Secret is required, Top Secret is preferred. Candidates who do not meet these clearance requirements will not be considered.

Responsibilities:
  • Systems Administration: Administer, maintain, upgrade, and ensure the readiness of several classified virtual enterprise systems and corresponding technologies (VMware, Cisco, Palo Alto, Windows Domain, Linux).
  • Security Testing: Perform continuous monitoring and systems security testing using tools like ACAS/Nessus.
  • Vulnerability Remediation: Implement and provide mitigation solutions for identified findings and patching requirements.
  • Networking:Maintain, Troubleshoot, Upgrade Switching, Routing, Firewalls
  • HBSS Maintenance: Maintain HBSS installation and ensure upstream connection.
  • Documentation & Procedures: Collaborate with the ISSO team and program/project staff to create, implement, and maintain procedural documents and operations (configuration management, continuous monitoring, business continuity, disaster recovery, etc.).
Technical Areas of Expertise:
  • Software Installations: Perform enterprise software installations and upgrades.
  • Compliance: RMF, NIST, and NISPOM requirements, configurations, settings, and documentation.
  • Network Engineering: Experience with Enterprise Switching and Firewalls highly desired (For Example: Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, Cisco IOS, Juniper JunOS)
  • Linux Skills: Familiarity RedHat Enterprise Linux.
  • Ansible or PowerShell automation experience preferred.
  • VMware vSphere Experience (ESXi, vCenter, etc.)
  • Windows Workstation and Server deployment and administration experience.
  • Network engineering experience highly sought after.
Qualifications:
  • 8+ years of experience in deploying, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
  • Previous team leadership experience.
  • Experience with implementing highly technical solutions and reporting their importance to the organization and stakeholders.
  • Technical certifications such as a CISSP, CCNA, Security +, RHCSA, or similar.
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 ISSE and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!

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