Senior Computer Security Engineer - ISSM

Overview

The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) will be responsible for the administration and coordination of information systems used for Department of Defense (DoD) or other industrial security programs and activities to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures. In this role you will provide guidance to employees regarding the safeguarding of classified information, Federal Contract Information (FCI), and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) by developing and maintaining procedures that will ensure material is safeguarded appropriately. This is a detailed, task-oriented position and the individual must be able to work independently.  This position reports to the Director of IT with dotted line reporting to the Facility Security Officer.

Work Environment:

• Location: NV5 Regional office St. Petersburg, FL
• Potential travel up 10% of the time.

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the NISPOM and other government and DoD directives for client contract requirements
• Develop and maintain a formal System Security Plan, submitting and updating in eMASS as required to ensure continued system accreditation
• Coordinate with internal and external customers including program managers, system users, DCSA, and the Facility Security Officer (FSO)
• Install, configure, test, and maintain servers, desktop computers, application software, and system management and auditing tools
• Maintain security, backup, and redundancy systems
• Perform IT ISSM/ISSO related functions within an open storage area
• Provide 1st and 2nd level support
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
• Complete reporting to the FSO, Insider Threat Team, and government agencies as required by the NISPOM
• Conduct system self-inspections, certifications, audit log reviews, continuous monitoring, and reporting
• Complete all required training for the ISSM role
• Provide orientation and guidance to users on how to operate new software and computer equipment
• Develop, maintain, and provide initial and refresher information system security training to users of the open storage area network
• Maintain and update the Information Security Policy
• Perform additional audit tasks (SOC2, Cyber Security Questionnaires, ISAME, CMMC)

Qualifications

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance at the Top Secret level
• B.S. in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or 7 years practical IT/IS experience preferred
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on compliance frameworks, preferred
• In-depth knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-172, and CMMC
• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows based environments
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding organization, time-management, written and verbal communication
• Experience with virtualization and containerization (e.g., VMware, Virtual Box, Hyper-V)
• Experience with automation software, monitoring and auditing systems
• Proficient Windows scripting skills (powershell)
• Practical and conceptual networking knowledge (OSI network layers, TCP/IP)
• Working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.
• Ability to respond to the facility within 60 minutes of a security incident involving the facility

Preferred (in addition to requirements above):

• Security+ or CISSP certification
• Experience with GIS software
• Microsoft MCP or MCSE Certification

Please be aware that some of our positions may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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