Security Engineer with Security Clearance

Security Engineer Clearance Requirement: Secret Clearance (Top Secret clearance preferred) Location: Dahlgren, VA Position Type: Full-Time We are seeking experienced Security Engineers to support Navy afloat and tactical combat systems. This role requires a deep understanding of DoD cybersecurity policies, system security engineering, and hands-on experience with Navy combat systems such as Aegis, SSDS, and Zumwalt. Candidates will contribute to the development, assessment, and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and solutions across complex defense systems. Minimum Qualifications Experience: 2 years of program-specific security engineering experience with Navy afloat/tactical combat systems, or 5 years of general security engineering experience Combat Weapons Systems: At least six Security Engineers across the team must have 2 years of experience with Aegis, SSDS, Zumwalt, or other Navy afloat tactical combat systems Certifications: IAT Level II or III certification per DoD 8570.01 (or successor) when performing as ISSO, ISSE, or NQV Privileged User Requirements: Final adjudicated SSBI with IT Level-1 designation in JPAS must be achieved and maintained Security Clearance: At least one Security Engineer must hold an active Top Secret clearance Required Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of: Computer security principles Military system specifications DoD cybersecurity policies for both land-based and afloat systems Excellent communication skillsboth written and verbal Core Responsibilities Author DoD Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) artifacts Document systems from a cybersecurity perspective using MS Word, Excel, Visio, and other tools Derive and document system CONOPS for Mission Assurance Categorization (DoDI 8500.2) Recommend and implement logical/physical security solutions for certification and accreditation Apply DISA STIGs and NSA security guidance Identify and resolve discrepancies between system specs, security requirements, and DoD policies Author and revise system requirements to align with DoD security mandates Conduct Red Team/Blue Team vulnerability testing using ACAS and other tools Plan, execute, and document risk assessments based on known vulnerabilities and threat vectors Analyze connectivity and interface security between Navy warfare systems and external equipment Serve as ISSO and lead security efforts for assigned systems Define and manage Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) Plans Execute and document security test results Support development of cybersecurity requirements, standards, and procedures for combat systems Conduct research and coordination in support of DoD cyber assurance and policy initiatives Participate in working groups to develop strategies against emerging cyber threats Assist in cybersecurity system engineering, risk analysis, and mitigation planning Develop and utilize MBSE models for cybersecurity analysisbfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca