Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

$120,698 - $130,599/Yr

General Dynamics - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

San Antonio, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Join our team as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) for Space, Cyber and Intelligence Systems! You'll be part of a versatile team managing the entire Cyber lifecycle, from governance and policy to accreditation, continuous monitoring, and incident response. Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the Cyber lifecycle, including risk management, vulnerability analysis, and continuous monitoring.
• Ensuring compliance with government security requirements and DoD policies.
• Utilizing tools like Splunk, Nessus, and VMware for security monitoring and analysis.
• Conducting hands-on reviews and maintaining security configurations.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in a related specialized area or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Department of Defense TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required at time of hire.
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and vulnerability analyses.
• Familiarity with IT government security standards like ICD 503, NISPOM, NIST, and DIACAP.
• Ability to provide RMF support and conduct security certification tasks.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong technical knowledge of Linux and Windows commands and utilities.
• Expertise in security tools such as SCAP Compliance Checker and Clearswift.
• In-depth understanding of government IT security policies and directives.
• Hands-on experience with security accreditation and certification processes.
• Ability to ensure all security IA service requirements are met.

Benefits

• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Working with award-winning teams on impactful research projects.
• Competitive benefits including 401k matching, flex time off, healthcare, and wellness programs.
• A supportive and engaging work environment with various employee resource groups.