SAIC

Information System Security Engineer

SAIC • $100K — $130K *
Mclean, VA 22101In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is mandatory.
  • Bachelor's degree with 14+ years, Master's with 12+ years, or PhD with 9+ years of experience required.
  • CISSP certification is essential for this role.
  • Proficient in computer networking within both Windows and Linux environments.
  • Experience in website configuration and basic software development is necessary.
  • Familiarity with INFOSEC and COMSEC regulations and standards is important.
  • Ability to manage security aspects of deployed infrastructure and technical solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Lifecycle Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.
  • Develop comprehensive Systems Security Plans (SSPs).
  • Maintain an Information Security Program with continuous improvement recommendations.
  • Document operational and business processes as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Monitor and track A&A project timelines and statuses.
  • Perform analysis of SSPs to grasp the customer's systems and applications.
  • Coordinate A&A actions and system testing with security personnel.

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours available to promote work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and innovations.
  • Access to a robust portfolio of career development programs.
  • Participation in a diverse and inclusive company culture.
  • Benefit from a strong commitment to equal opportunity and workplace diversity.
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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to provide information security support. This position is in McLean, VA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

This Customer's office is the force of choice for the development of global infrastructure and delivery of solutions that drive influence operations. If you have specialized skills in information security and tech ops, this is the role for you.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Support the Lifecycle Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.
  • Develop a Systems Security Plan (SSP).
  • Assist and maintain a formal Information Security Program that includes recommendations on continuous improvement of the processes and architectures.
  • Maintain and make accessible documentation of all operational and business process activities in the form of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Monitor and track projects in the A&A queue.
  • Analyze SSPs to develop an understanding of the customer's systems and applications.
  • Coordinate A&A actions and system testing with appropriate security personnel.
  • Develop risk assessments, recommend mitigating countermeasures, and write short, succinct risk assessments, and certification reports for submission to the Chief Information Officer (CIO).
  • Monitor and track projects in the A&A queue.
  • Maintain a document repository where A&A project documentation is stored and recorded and register actions concerning project approvals to operate in the A&A database.
  • Assemble and submit A&A packages to the Principal Accreditation Authority or Designated Accreditation Authority.
  • Review and approve product requests for procurements.
  • Provide security guidance in terms of policy and technical implementation of those policies.
  • Produce and assist with production of technical artifacts required for A&A packages such as a System Security Plan, Audit Strategy.
  • Configuration Management Plan, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, Project Plan of Action and Milestones.
  • Monitor and address cyber risks such as malware, zero-day attacks, denial of service attacks, as well as associated mitigations regarding computer and network devices.

Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree and 14 years or more experience; Master's degree and 12 years or more experience; PhD and 9 years or more experience.
  • CISSP Certification.
  • Demonstrated experience with:
    • Computer networking in Windows AND Linux.
    • Website configuration.
    • Basic software development knowledge.
    • Eliciting information on complex technical problems from non-technical personnel for use in diagnosis, analysis, resolution of problems.
    • Customer regulations and standards, including Information Security (INFOSEC) and Communications Security (COMSEC).
    • Managing security aspects of deployed infrastructure and technical solutions.
Desired Skills:
  • Demonstrated experience with Rapid7, WebInspect, AppDetective, CIS-CAT, and other vulnerability assessment tools and processes.
  • Information security certifications such as CISSP, CISSE, CISA, CEH, CCSP, etc.
  • Demonstrated experience with computer and network vulnerabilities (e.g., malware, zero-day attacks, denial of service attacks, etc.).

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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