SAIC

IT Systems Security Engineer

SAIC • $90K — $130K *
Colorado Springs, CO 80918In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • US Citizen and Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • DoDD 8140.03 certification, Advanced Level (CISSP or equivalent)
  • Bachelor's degree or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • 3+ years as a Cyber Engineer or Systems Security Engineer for DoD systems
  • Experience with networking and proficiency in Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Self-motivated and punctual.

Responsibilities

  • Apply system security engineering and Zero Trust principles to design secure systems
  • Conduct technical cybersecurity assessments and security audits
  • Recommend mitigation strategies to reduce operational risk
  • Identify system vulnerabilities and compliance issues
  • Assess security scanning tools for integration with system environments
  • Support RMF authorization by reviewing security documentation
  • Participate in Change Advisory Board to assess proposed changes
  • Collaborate with engineering and planning teams on technical documentation.

Benefits

  • Work in a multidisciplinary team environment
  • Opportunity to influence system security design
  • Engage in meaningful mission operations
  • High-security clearance position enhancing career prospects
  • Direct involvement with cutting-edge security technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The ISSE is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing secure information systems that support mission operations. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs), systems engineers, and government stakeholders, to integrate effective security controls and ensure systems remain resilient against evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Apply system security engineering and Zero Trust principles to system security design, lifecycle engineering, authentication/authorization mechanisms, cryptography, and intrusion detection in accordance with NIST SP 800-160 Vol. 1 and 2.


  • Conduct or support technical cybersecurity assessments, security audits, and contingency planning.


  • Coordinate with cybersecurity personnel to recommend mitigation strategies that reduce operational risk.


  • Identify system vulnerabilities and instances of non-compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements.


  • Assess portfolios of existing and new security scanning and monitoring tools, ensuring proper integration within system environments and DevSecOps pipelines.


  • Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization process by reviewing security documentation and providing risk-based recommendations to stakeholders.


  • Participate actively in the Change Advisory Board (CAB), assessing the impact of proposed changes and communicating required security artifacts.


  • Collaborate as a key member of engineering and planning boards, serving as a central point of contact for the RMF team, system owners, and network/virtualization engineers to refine technical design documentation.


Qualifications

Qualifications

Required:
  • US Citizen and Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Certification required per DoDD 8140.03, Advanced Level (CISSP or equivalent)
  • Bachelor's and Five (5) or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree
  • 3+ years of experience as a Cyber Engineer or Systems Security Engineer for DoD systems
  • Demonstrated experience with networking concepts, along with Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Flexible, independent, self-motivated, and punctual.


Desired:
  • Direct experience with RMF artifacts, eMASS record tracking, and POA&M management.
  • Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions and Network Monitoring Tools (SolarWinds, Stratosphere, Cisco ISE).
  • Experience with the certification of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).
  • In-depth knowledge of network appliances, virtualization platforms, and their security features.
  • Familiarity with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and the system acquisition lifecycle.


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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