Applied Research Associates Inc

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) - Risk Management Framework (RMF), AWS, ACAS, Splunk

Applied Research Associates Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship required
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance at hire
  • BS or higher in Cybersecurity or related field
  • 2-4 years relevant experience with BS, or 0-2 years with MS
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work onsite 3 days per week

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with system administrators, software developers, and customers to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities
  • Manage tools like ACAS, Splunk, and Microsoft Defender for system monitoring and compliance
  • Apply DISA STIGs and security best practices to harden systems
  • Perform ongoing assessments and validations of security controls in cloud environments

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth and mentorship
  • Cross-training across cybersecurity and engineering disciplines
  • Learning opportunities to enhance technical and professional skills
Full Job Description
If you are looking for a career as an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) and you are interested in designing, securing, and improving information systems through the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF), then our Raleigh, NC and/or San Antonio, TX division of ARA has an exciting opportunity worth considering. Not only will you solve challenging cybersecurity problems, but you'll also have the opportunity to grow your career in an environment that promotes teamwork, mentorship, and cross-training across a broad range of cybersecurity and engineering disciplines.

As an Information System Security Engineer, you will participate in a dynamic team to develop, test, and validate Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF) security controls across cloud environments. You will also be offered learning opportunities that will help you grow your technical and professional skills and allow you to pursue the work you are passionate about.

What you'll do as an Information System Security Engineer:

  • Work alongside system administrators, software developers, and customers to identify and remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities
  • Become responsible for managing tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Splunk, Microsoft Defender, and Clam AV to monitor system health, assess security compliance, and investigate findings
  • Apply Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), security best practices, and configuration management processes to harden systems and maintain compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements


Information System Security Engineer Requirements:

  • US citizenship (Selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment)
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance (At the time of hire)
  • BS or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field
  • 2-4 years of relevant work experience with a bachelor's degree, or 0-2 years of relevant work experience with a master's degree
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work onsite 3 days per week in Raleigh, NC or San Antonio, TX


Information System Security Engineer Preferences:

  • Relevant AWS Certification
  • CompTIA Security +
  • Experience supporting or implementing the DoD RMF
  • Experience with ACAS and other vulnerability scanners
  • Experience using security monitoring and endpoint protection tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Defender, and Clam AV
  • Experience applying DISA STIGs and Security Requirement Guides (SRGs)
  • Experience identifying, prioritizing, and remediating operating system, application, and infrastructure vulnerabilities
  • Familiarity with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and security compliance processes
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and/or Configuration as Code (CaC) tools such as Terraform, Salt, or Ansible
  • Familiarity with Windows and Linux systems administration


To find out more about what the Software Enterprise Division has to offer, visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/benefits/

About Applied Research Associates Inc

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is an employee-owned research and engineering company that provides technical solutions to complex problems in various fields, including defense, homeland security, intelligence, transportation, and energy. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, NM. ARA has over 1,600 employees and operates from more than 20 locations across the United States and Canada. The company's services include research and development, engineering, testing and evaluation, and consulting.
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