Senior Information System Security Engineer

Role overview Support cybersecurity engineering for cloud and network systems used in sensitive, mission-critical environments. The role focuses on security research, requirements, authorization and accreditation documentation, and reducing vulnerabilities across cloud modernization work. The position is remote, with travel of up to 25% and an active Secret clearance requirement.

Responsibilities - Research cybersecurity approaches for cloud and network solutions. - Define and help implement security policies, processes, and system requirements aligned with applicable guidance. - Support authorization and accreditation packages across multiple projects, including cloud environments on AWS and Azure. - Apply security principles to modernization solutions covering confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation. - Develop plans of action and milestones, with suitable mitigations or remediation steps. - Identify cloud and network vulnerabilities, recommend mitigations, and advise on system or network changes.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related technical field, plus at least eight years of relevant information systems experience. - At least five years developing secure incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery solutions. - At least three years implementing security controls and policies across areas such as access management, data and network security, cloud security, vulnerability and configuration management, privacy, and audits. - Active Security+ certification and familiarity with STIG Viewer, eMASSter, and Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center. - Experience with federal security frameworks and requirements, including FISMA, RMF, NIST guidance, FedRAMP, and cloud security controls.

Nice to have - A master’s degree, experience with cloud systems or hosting environments (preferably for Navy work), and a relevant advanced certification such as CISSP, CASP CE, or CSSLP.

Benefits and work setup - Fully remote, full-time position; travel may reach 25%. - The source lists health and life insurance, paid time off and holidays, disability coverage, retirement savings, learning and development, and wellness programs. Eligibility varies by position.