Information System Security Engineer

Cyber Defense Technologies

$88K — $105K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in deploying and maintaining computer systems and networks.
  • Technical certifications like Security +, CISSP, CCNA, or RHCSA are required.
  • Familiarity with enterprise technologies, especially VMware, Enterprise Linux, and various network devices.
  • Experience with security tools for continuous monitoring and threat assessment is essential.
  • Understanding of RMF, NIST, and NISPOM standards for security documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain classified virtual enterprise systems and technologies.
  • Support security engineering throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Conduct continuous monitoring and security testing using tools like Nessus and Splunk.
  • Provide mitigation solutions for identified security vulnerabilities.
  • Oversee system change management processes to ensure security integrity.
  • Maintain security installations and their connections.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for authorization and re-authorization needs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance.
  • Retirement plans to support long-term savings.
  • Professional development opportunities for career advancement.
Full Job Description
Overview: CDT is seeking a skilled ISSE I for a DoD program in Richardson, TX.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. Candidates who do not meet these clearance requirements will not be considered.

Responsibilities:
  • Experience with administering, maintaining, implementing upgrades, and ensuring the readiness of several classified virtual enterprise systems and corresponding technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Enterprise Linux, Cisco Systems (Switch, Router, NGFW), Palo Alto, Windows Server, Windows Workstation).
  • Provide security engineering and development support throughout the system life cycle.
  • Perform appropriate continuous monitoring and systems security testing using tools such as Nessus Security Center/ACAS, Trellix, and Splunk Enterprise.
  • Provide mitigation solutions for identified findings and patching requirements.
  • Ensure that proposed system changes are reviewed and that implemented system modifications do not adversely impact the security of the system. (e.g., Change Management)
  • Maintain Trellix/ENS installations and upstream connections.
  • Ensure that authorization/re-authorization support documentation is developed and maintained in conformance with applicable standards.
  • Monitor the client's progress towards completion of POA&Ms.
  • Ensure that IS users' activities are monitored and are following security policies and procedures.
  • Assist corporate security 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:
  • Performing enterprise software installations and upgrades.
  • Enterprise Linux (Red Hat, OEL, Fedora) experience.
  • Ansible or PowerShell automation experience not required but preferred.
  • Windows Workstation and Server deployment and administration experience.
  • RMF, NIST, and NISPOM requirements, configurations, settings, and documentation.
  • Network engineering experience highly sought after.
Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience in deploying, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
  • Technical certifications such as a Security +, CISSP, CCNA, 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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