Information Systems Security Engineer

Base-2 Solutions

• $90K — $130K *
Annapolis Junction, MD 20701In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph required.
  • 5+ years of experience in information security or related field.
  • Deep understanding of NIST, DoD, and IC policies and frameworks.
  • Proficient in security tools such as Nessus, Splunk, and Wireshark.
  • Experience with encryption technologies and cloud security in AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement security solutions for complex systems.
  • Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments to mitigate security risks.
  • Collaborate with engineers to integrate security requirements in system designs.
  • Create and maintain System Security Plans and Risk Management documentation.
  • Perform continuous monitoring and compliance checks against security standards.
  • Provide recommendations to enhance system security posture as issues arise.
  • Engage with government customers to communicate security strategies and findings.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents.
  • 401(k) with a total contribution of up to 8% and immediate vesting.
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid floating holidays.
  • Flexible work schedules to promote work-life balance.
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000.
Full Job Description
  • Requisition ID: 2958
  • Standard Title:
  • Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
  • Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
  • Work Type: On-Site
  • Shift: First
  • Referral Eligibility: Eligible
  • U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes


Responsibilities:

  • Develops, implements, and maintains security solutions for complex systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.


  • Conducts system security analysis, risk assessments, and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate risks.


  • Supports the development of security architecture and system security engineering artifacts based on NIST, DoD, and IC policies and guidelines.


  • Collaborates with system architects, software engineers, and network engineers to incorporate security requirements into system design.


  • Develops and maintains System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and related Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation.


  • Performs continuous monitoring and ensures compliance with applicable security standards (NIST SP 800-53, ICD 503, CNSS, etc.).


  • Provides recommendations for improving system security posture and addresses security incidents as they arise.


  • Engages in security testing, evaluation, and certification & accreditation (C&A) activities.


  • Interfaces with government customers and stakeholders to effectively communicate technical information and security strategies.

Experience with some or all of the following:

  • Security frameworks and standards such as NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, CNSS, DoD STIGs


  • Security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Tenable, Splunk, Wireshark, HBSS, McAfee ePO


  • Security technologies including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs, VPNs, PKI, Multi-Factor Authentication


  • System security documentation: SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM)


  • Experience with Linux, Unix, Windows, and Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)


  • Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud with a focus on cloud security


  • Encryption protocols and technologies such as TLS/SSL, IPsec, VPN, PKI


  • Security testing tools: Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Kali Linux


  • Scripting and automation experience: Python, PowerShell, Bash


  • Knowledge of system development lifecycle (SDLC), software assurance, and secure coding practices


  • Collaboration and issue-tracking tools like JIRA, Confluence, ServiceNow


  • Certifications such as CISSP, CAP, CEH, Security+, AWS Security Specialty, or equivalent


Pay & Benefit Highlights
Compensation
  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
Health
  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
  • 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000.
Retirement
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options.
Leave
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
  • 11 paid floating holidays.
Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).
* Ladders Estimates

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