Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), Level 2 (FORECASTED) in Annapolis Junction

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWhat You Will Do

At Independent Software, we believe security and innovation go hand in hand. As an Information Systems Security Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and integrating secure systems that support mission-critical operations. You will assess computing environments for vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards, and recommend robust mitigation strategies. Your work will help ensure that complex systems maintain strong security postures throughout their lifecycle.

Independent Software is more than just a workplace, it’s a community of mission-driven professionals committed to technical excellence, integrity, and collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful programs that protect interests, alongside a team that values your expertise and encourages continuous learning. We offer competitive compensation, flexible work options, and a culture that supports work-life balance. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity and want your work to truly make a difference, this is the place to do it.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical security assessments of systems to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations
• Validate system security requirements and contribute to secure system architecture and design
• Design, develop, implement, and integrate cybersecurity components across systems including networked and enclave environments
• Collaborate with system architects and developers to apply consistent and effective security functionality
• Build secure architectures and ensure trusted relationships between external systems and environments
• Support security planning, risk analysis, risk management, and mitigation strategies throughout the system development lifecycle
• Review and contribute to documentation including System Security Plans and Risk Assessments
• Support compliance with the Risk Management Framework and organizational security policies
• Recommend and implement system-level security solutions that meet data protection requirements
• Interact with internal teams and customers to coordinate cybersecurity strategies and implementations

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Twelve years of experience as an Information Systems Security Engineer in programs of similar scope and complexity
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity principles including access control, authorization, authentication, PKI, and enterprise security architecture
• Experience designing secure environments for systems with multiple enclaves and varying classification levels
•  Proficiency in risk management, vulnerability assessment, and system hardening
• Strong understanding of security engineering best practices and secure systems development

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, Systems Engineering,
• In lieu of a degree, an additional four years of relevant ISSE experience may be substituted

Certifications:  

• Must meet Department of Defense 8570.01-M requirements with a minimum certification of IASAE Level 2 certification

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

 **This position is contingent on contract award**
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to , , , , , , , veteran or status.
 

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