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Responsibilities

Currently seeking an Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE) to support an Intel Community (IC) customer in the Herndon, Virginia area.

ISSE responsibilities for conducting information system security engineering activities for new or existing system(s) may include:

Defines information security requirements and their integration into information systems and its technology component through purposeful security design.
Develops and implements security designs ensure that the hardware, operating systems and software applications adequately address cyber security requirements and Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM).
Identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established Information Assurance (IA) standards and regulations and recommend mitigation strategies.
Implement, validate Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements and/or perform SRG assessments for all development and implementation projects.
Develop, customize, and configure Splunk applications and dashboards.
Develop Security Test Procedure (STP), conducts self-assessments to verify compliance with required configuration guidance and support A&A testing and validation of security designs.
Conducting risk analysis reviewing ACAS, CVEs, plugins, CWEs, research, collaborating with System Administrators to mitigate identified vulnerabilities and/or author Plans of Actions and Milestones (PO&AM) as needed.
Execution of continuous monitoring efforts responds to data calls, scan requests, and various weekly and monthly security metrics reporting requirements.
Validate control implementations provide enforcement of the required data access and network flow restrictions align with the continuous monitoring strategy.
Participates in Agile Planning Events to provide technical input.
Support government activities and report to appropriate IC and DoD authorities (i.e., USCYBERCOM, IC-SCC)
Support security authorization activities in compliance with the customer Information System Certification and Accreditation Process following the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), CNSSI No 1243 and other prescribed business processes for security engineering.
Assist architects and systems developers in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality to ensure uniform application of Agency security policy and enterprise solutions.
Apply system security engineering expertise in one or more of the following to: system security design process; engineering life cycle; information domain; cross domain solutions; commercial off-the-shelf and government off-the-shelf cryptography; identification; authentication; and authorization; system integration; risk management; intrusion detection; contingency planning; incident handling; configuration control; change management; auditing; certification and accreditation process; principles of IA (confidentiality, integrity, non-repudiation, availability, and access control); and security testing.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical (STEM) field with 8+ years of relevant experience; Master's degree in a relevant technical (STEM) field with 6+ years of relevant experience; or 4+ additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 3 is required
One (1) year of experience with IC Community
Three (3) years of experience in scripting languages, Linux/RedHat, and/or Networking Appliances
Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) and CISSP Certifications are required
Active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain polygraph is required

Desire Qualifications:

Skilled in implementing mitigation strategies and how to resolve problems, and to re-test/ re-evaluate systems
Demonstrated experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) tool usage
Possess a working knowledge of administrating servers, system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
Experience extending existing applications in areas such as security, monitoring, task automation, continuous integration, deployment, and performance optimization
Demonstrate writing of your own project in scripting/programming (use of Shell scripting, Python, Javascript, Powershell) in a Linux or Windows environment to support the various Cyber Security tools and applications required
Provide guidance on vulnerability and malware remediation.
Experience analyzing vulnerabilities, establishing cause and impact, and identifying the corrective action needed to eliminate and prevent the event from happening in the future.

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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What You Should Know About ISSE, Peraton

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Peraton is on the lookout for an exceptional Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our dynamic team in Herndon, Virginia. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of securing critical information systems for our Intel Community (IC) customers. Your work will involve defining security requirements and integrating them seamlessly into various information systems and their technology components. You’ll be responsible for developing robust security designs to ensure all hardware and software complies with stringent cyber security requirements. Collaborating with talented system administrators, you’ll identify vulnerabilities, recommend mitigation strategies, and validate that we meet all required standards. Here, you’ll implement Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements and even develop and customize Splunk applications to enhance our security posture. We believe in continuous improvement, so your insights will be invaluable as you conduct risk analyses and support authorization activities according to the NIST Risk Management Framework. If you’ve got a technical background with the right certifications, including IASAE Level 3, and a passion for protecting critical data, we want to hear from you. Join Peraton, a leader in national security solutions and become part of a team that pushes the limits of innovation every day.

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What responsibilities are associated with the ISSE position at Peraton?

As an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at Peraton, your responsibilities will include defining information security requirements, developing and implementing security designs, identifying vulnerabilities in existing systems, and conducting risk analysis to ensure compliance with established standards. You will also be involved in continuous monitoring, validating control implementations, and supporting government activities pertaining to security authorization.