Information System Security Engineer

Responsibilities

We are looking to hire an ISSE to provide mission-critical Navy systems from cyber threats to U.S. Navy ships and vessels related to the following systems and equipment: Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Combat Support Systems for U.S. Navy Surface Ships and equipment support. This is an onsite position in Philadelphia, PA based out of the Navy Yard.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform analysis and evaluation to design, implement, test and field secure systems, networks, and architectures
• Install and configure secure hardware and software systems and maintain technological infrastructure
• Conduct regular security audits and ensure systems are up-to-date with security patches
• Provide technical support to users and troubleshoot security or other related issues
• Manage user accounts and access to systems
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery procedures
• Assess and strengthen system compliance against NIST, DoD, and Navy security requirements
• Develop and implement information systems security policies throughout the acquisition and IS lifecycle
• Conduct certification and testing in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Support the Government to resolve conflicting system security engineering requirements
• Develop program technical publications including Systems Engineering Plans, Security Concepts of Operations, and Cybersecurity Strategy
• Coordinate with system SMEs to identify and develop authorization boundary diagrams and architecture diagrams
• Maintain awareness of evolving security and risk management standards
• Participate in A&A status meetings and working groups addressing cybersecurity/RMF policies
• Manage POA&M entries and ensure vulnerabilities are properly tracked and mitigated
• Update eMass Artifacts including Lab Portfolio, Testing Evidence, and Vulnerability POA&M
• Execute USN Cybersecurity Pre-Installation Checkout (PICO) Procedure on Ashore and Afloat Systems

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

• Active COMPTIA Security+CE certification
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 5+ Years of practical experience in a Cybersecurity, Engineering, T&E or A&A (formerly C&A) related field.
• Have worked with Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and may be required to hold an Interim Security Control Assessor qualification.
• Active DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with a wide range of modern computing platforms and technologies
• Experience with modern networks, operating systems, databases, and virtual computing
• Experience with testing methods, automated tools, plans, and procedures for verification of compliance
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools including ACAS and HBSS
• Ability to develop and interpret security architectures and data flow diagrams
• Ability to identify risk areas of non-compliance and propose solutions • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to multi-task and deliver on-time with the highest quality • Experience with tracking, mitigating, and resolving vulnerabilities
• Experience installing software, firmware, and security patches
• Knowledge of industrial control systems • Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and VxWorks OS
• Must have a valid US passport or ability to obtain one upon position acceptance
• Ability to travel at least 10% of the time

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $71,800.00 - USD $112,150.00 /Yr.