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Information Systems Security Engineer
ZipRecruiter, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
SiloSmashers is seeking an experienced
Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
to join its growing contract supporting a federal government agency. The Contractor shall be skilled in performing the role of ISSE for the USAFA, defining and staffing a team. The Contractor will act as a
technical subject matter expert
and specialize in
accessing, designing, and architecting
the security architecture of USAFA information systems to meet or exceed security requirements. The ISSE is responsible for capturing and refining IT system requirements, integrating cybersecurity and cyber resilience into the engineering and lifecycle management of DoD information systems. Supporting both legacy and new system development, the ISSE ensures that security is embedded early and continuously throughout the
system development life cycle (SDLC) , aligning with
NIST SP 800-160 Volume 2
and
SP 800-64 Revision 3 . This role applies
systems security engineering practices
to design resilient systems that maintain mission assurance despite adversarial conditions, component failures, or disruptions. The ISSE collaborates with architects, developers, system owners, and cybersecurity teams to translate mission and business needs into
secure, survivable, and trustworthy system architectures . The ISSE also contributes to
RMF activities , requirements definition, design reviews, threat modeling, and validation of security controls. Qualifications: Proven experience applying
security engineering principles
to support secure system design, development, and sustainment across the SDLC, in line with
NIST SP 800-64 Rev. 3 . Knowledge of
cyber resilience concepts
and ability to implement resiliency techniques (e.g., redundancy, isolation, graceful degradation) as described in
NIST SP 800-160 Volume 2 . Ability to identify, document, and trace
security and resilience requirements
from mission/business needs through system design and implementation. Familiarity with
threat modeling, risk assessment , and adversarial analysis methods to inform system-level security and resilience tradeoffs. Experience integrating security control selection, design, and implementation into
RMF Steps 15 , including participation in security architecture and design reviews. Proficiency with
secure architecture design patterns , system-of-systems engineering, and component-level assurance techniques. Strong collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams (developers, system engineers, cybersecurity analysts, mission owners). Effective communication skills for documenting system security plans, security architecture descriptions, and contributing to ATO and certification artifacts. Soft Skills: Systems Thinking & Strategic Foresight : Ability to understand the system as a wholeincluding mission context, interdependencies, and potential failure modesand to design security solutions that anticipate adversarial conditions and disruptions. Collaborative Communication : Skilled at working across diverse teams to translate complex security concepts into practical, mission-aligned solutions; able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving : Applies analytical reasoning to evaluate design trade-offs, assess threats and vulnerabilities, and develop resilient architectures under operational constraints. Adaptability & Learning Agility : Comfortable with changing requirements, evolving threats, and new technologies; demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and incorporating emerging best practices. Attention to Detail : Precise in documenting requirements, reviewing architecture, tracing controls, and validating security objectives across the SDLC. Leadership & Initiative : Proactively identifies security risks and design gaps, champions secure design practices, and drives resilience integration from early lifecycle phases. Position Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen. Bachelor's Degree required; can be substituted with High School diploma plus 2 years of additional experience. IT Tier 3 security background investigation/clearance matching system requirements. At least 7 years of experience in cybersecurity or related technical roles. Secret Clearance. One of the following certifications: CISM CISSO FITSP-D GCIA GCSA GCLD GDSA GICSP CISSP-ISSAP CISSP-ISSEP Pluses: Experience supporting or currently supporting a DoD System. Possession of an active IT Tier 3 security background investigation/clearance.
Job posted by ApplicantPro #J-18808-Ljbffr
Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
to join its growing contract supporting a federal government agency. The Contractor shall be skilled in performing the role of ISSE for the USAFA, defining and staffing a team. The Contractor will act as a
technical subject matter expert
and specialize in
accessing, designing, and architecting
the security architecture of USAFA information systems to meet or exceed security requirements. The ISSE is responsible for capturing and refining IT system requirements, integrating cybersecurity and cyber resilience into the engineering and lifecycle management of DoD information systems. Supporting both legacy and new system development, the ISSE ensures that security is embedded early and continuously throughout the
system development life cycle (SDLC) , aligning with
NIST SP 800-160 Volume 2
and
SP 800-64 Revision 3 . This role applies
systems security engineering practices
to design resilient systems that maintain mission assurance despite adversarial conditions, component failures, or disruptions. The ISSE collaborates with architects, developers, system owners, and cybersecurity teams to translate mission and business needs into
secure, survivable, and trustworthy system architectures . The ISSE also contributes to
RMF activities , requirements definition, design reviews, threat modeling, and validation of security controls. Qualifications: Proven experience applying
security engineering principles
to support secure system design, development, and sustainment across the SDLC, in line with
NIST SP 800-64 Rev. 3 . Knowledge of
cyber resilience concepts
and ability to implement resiliency techniques (e.g., redundancy, isolation, graceful degradation) as described in
NIST SP 800-160 Volume 2 . Ability to identify, document, and trace
security and resilience requirements
from mission/business needs through system design and implementation. Familiarity with
threat modeling, risk assessment , and adversarial analysis methods to inform system-level security and resilience tradeoffs. Experience integrating security control selection, design, and implementation into
RMF Steps 15 , including participation in security architecture and design reviews. Proficiency with
secure architecture design patterns , system-of-systems engineering, and component-level assurance techniques. Strong collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams (developers, system engineers, cybersecurity analysts, mission owners). Effective communication skills for documenting system security plans, security architecture descriptions, and contributing to ATO and certification artifacts. Soft Skills: Systems Thinking & Strategic Foresight : Ability to understand the system as a wholeincluding mission context, interdependencies, and potential failure modesand to design security solutions that anticipate adversarial conditions and disruptions. Collaborative Communication : Skilled at working across diverse teams to translate complex security concepts into practical, mission-aligned solutions; able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving : Applies analytical reasoning to evaluate design trade-offs, assess threats and vulnerabilities, and develop resilient architectures under operational constraints. Adaptability & Learning Agility : Comfortable with changing requirements, evolving threats, and new technologies; demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and incorporating emerging best practices. Attention to Detail : Precise in documenting requirements, reviewing architecture, tracing controls, and validating security objectives across the SDLC. Leadership & Initiative : Proactively identifies security risks and design gaps, champions secure design practices, and drives resilience integration from early lifecycle phases. Position Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen. Bachelor's Degree required; can be substituted with High School diploma plus 2 years of additional experience. IT Tier 3 security background investigation/clearance matching system requirements. At least 7 years of experience in cybersecurity or related technical roles. Secret Clearance. One of the following certifications: CISM CISSO FITSP-D GCIA GCSA GCLD GDSA GICSP CISSP-ISSAP CISSP-ISSEP Pluses: Experience supporting or currently supporting a DoD System. Possession of an active IT Tier 3 security background investigation/clearance.
Job posted by ApplicantPro #J-18808-Ljbffr