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Virtual Service Operations · 2 weeks ago

Cleared Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) L4 *

Lorton, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$157K/yr - $205K/yr

8+ years exp

Virtual Service Operations is building a team of professionals specializing in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Systems Engineering. The Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) will provide expert engineering support to ensure the security of mission-critical systems through assessments, secure solution design, and guidance on cyber risks.

Cloud ManagementConsultingInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform and review technical security assessments of computing environments to identify vulnerabilities, compliance gaps, and recommend mitigations

Architect and engineer innovative solutions to support ongoing Cyber Threat and Defensive Operations

Provide functional expertise and technical recommendations to ISSOs, ISSEs, and ISSMs

Automate threat assessment, posture reporting, and system monitoring activities

Analyze system and organizational security posture trends and report findings to the ISSM/ISSO

Recommend cybersecurity measures based on significant threats and vulnerabilities

Implement security controls in alignment with confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation principles

Develop and recommend modifications based on exercise or test results

Mitigate or recommend acceptance of identified risks and deficiencies during certification, testing, or operational reviews

Qualification

IAT/IAM/IASAE Level IIIActive DirectoryEPOSplunkAzure security servicesACAS automationSQL Server STIG hardeningNIST complianceAutomation & ReportingProblem-solvingTeamworkCommunication

Required

Certification: IAT/IAM/IASAE Level III (DoD 8570 compliant)

Technical Expertise: Advanced Skills in ALL of the following areas: Active Directory (AD DS, ADFS, AD CS, WSUS), ePO, Splunk, STIG/SCAP, YUM, ACAS automation, Azure VPN Gateways, Azure Monitor/Log Analytics, SAP systems security, GPOs, SQL Server STIG hardening

Must have proven, day-one depth of knowledge across ePO, ACAS, and Splunk

Must be able to build systems from scratch

Must have troubleshooting experience with the deployment and maintenance

Must have understanding of how the tools are different when they move to hyperscale

Must be able to lead, guide and mentor the other Information System Security Engineers

Must have Network compliance regulations knowledge

Must have experience with Compliance & Frameworks (NIST, JSIG/RMF, SCTM)

Must have experience with Hyperscale, Architecture and Integration

Must have Automation & Reporting experience

Experience: 8–12 years of demonstrated performance in related technology areas

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of leadership experience, OR equivalent professional experience

Travel: Up to 10%

Security Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI

Must be within driving distance of Lorton, VA OR willing to relocate there

Must be willing to work onsite

Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%

Must possess an active TS/ SCI clearance or above

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. citizenship status

DoD 8570 Level III compliant certification is required