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Arcfield

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) Level 3/SME with Security

Arcfield, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021

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Overview Arcfield was purpose–built to protect the nation and its allies through innovations in digital transformation, space mission engineering and launch assurance, miniaturized sensors and satellites, advanced modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,500 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 60 years of collective proven experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, space exploration, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence and warfighter readiness.

Responsibilities

Providing ISSE lifecycle support following NIST SP 800–160v1 and Customer RMF principles

Assessing and mitigating risks, providing recommendations to the Government

Researching and advising on new countermeasures for terrestrial and space systems

Developing and implementing effective security programs

Evaluating risks of integrating new systems into existing environments

Implementing and integrating Cross Domain Solutions

Analyzing IA/IS environments and providing INFOSEC recommendations

Recommending security architectures and network security measures

Identifying and analyzing IA–related vulnerabilities, threats, and risks

Coordinating remediation plans for addressing vulnerabilities

Developing authorization packages for ATO within required timelines

Guiding implementation of corrections for technical vulnerabilities

Providing guidance on security configuration control of hardware and software

Collaborating with program leads and SMEs on acquisition programs and projects

Supporting various meetings and reviews related to cybersecurity and INFOSEC

Following engineering concepts aligned with NIST SP 800–160

Defining ICS security requirements in coordination with stakeholders

Adopting and promoting industry best practices for vulnerability management and resilient operations

Conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies for terrestrial and space systems

Designing and implementing comprehensive security programs and architecture

Overseeing integration of IA architecture into IT, ICS/SCADA systems, and Cross Domain Solutions

Performing E2E development and management of IA systems and components

Identifying, analyzing, and addressing IA–related vulnerabilities, threats, and risks

Creating cybersecurity documentation supporting the RMF process and ATO packages

Applying IA control implementation practices in line with IC and DoD security policies

Collaborating with stakeholders to define and implement security requirements, especially for ICS systems

Participating in IA Engineering Working Groups, forums, and relevant meetings

Integrating security functional requirements into acquisition lifecycle phases using systems engineering principles

Documenting and maintaining Customer–specific ISSE processes and procedures

Applying software engineering methodologies, security engineering principles, and secure coding techniques

Coordinating activities with Authorization and Accreditation stakeholders throughout the system lifecycle

Qualifications

Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

BS 12–15, MS 10–13, PhD 10+; a STEM degree

10 or more years of Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) support

Certifications:

CISSP–ISSEP

CISSP–ISSAP

CISM

CISSO

CISSP

CISSP–ISSMP

FITSP–M

GCIA

GCSA

GICSP

GSEC

GSLC

Knowledge of best practices when implementing security controls including:

SW engineering methodologies

Security engineering methodologies

Security engineering principles

Secure coding techniques

Coordinate activities with A&A stakeholders

Knowledge of and experience with:

ICD 503 and the Government's certification and accreditation process

Networks, computer components, protocols, and COTS technology

System methodologies including client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers

SW integration of COTS and GOTS products

Virtualization platforms and technologies

Desirable: Education relevant to computer engineering, INFOSEC, information management, and/or computer science

Experience in technical project management

Technical experience in:

Configuring and supporting Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OS

Configuring and supporting VMware, Xen, Hyper V

SW engineering

Program design and implementation

Configuration management

System maintenance

Integration testing

IS engineering

EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.

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