Information Systems Security Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best, we make them a priority and we never lose focus on the mission. It’s why we’re here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and deliver meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions.

Our Space Operations Program Directorate is passionate about making America the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our nation’s security for future generations depends on it. Parsons creates game changing space solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists. Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help.

Our Team is looking for a Information System Security Engineer (ISSE). In this Role you will support the Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) program. The qualified applicant will be responsible for conducting information system security engineering activities with a focus on lifecycle of current systems and future requirement scoping. This position’s main function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts.  The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Required Skills:

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration of existing SAP network infrastructures

• Knowledgeable in Special Access Program IT Policy and familiar with the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG)
• Assist team to design, integrate, and implement JSIG / Risk Management Framework (RMF) Continuous Monitoring tools and processes
• Perform analysis of network security, based upon the JSIG / RMF authorization process

• Serves as technical expert to the Cybersecurity Assessment Program providing technical direction, interpretation and alternatives to complex problems
• Recommends cybersecurity software tools and assists in the development of software tool requirements and selection criteria to include the development of product specific Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) from applicable Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Requirement Guides (SRGs)
• Support customer and SAP community Cybersecurity working groups, participate in SSE IPT reviews
• Review architectural designs / topologies for Mission / Training systems and provides security compliance recommendations
• Develop and provide Cybersecurity risk management recommendations to the customer
• Assist with site activation activities and design reviews
• Perform security assessments of servers/network devices/security appliances

• Develop improvements to security assessments with regard to accuracy and efficiency

• Experience in Integration of ancillary monitoring tools/capabilities with the enterprise security information and event management (SIEM) and create/tailor complex event alarms/rules and summary reports
• Write and execute cybersecurity test procedures for validation of JSIG / RMFcontrol compliance
• Monitor/Analyze output of cybersecurity related tools for reportable security incidents and residual risk
• Build operational Operations and Maintenance (O&M) checklists to maintain the service (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly O&M checklists); build Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Integrate/Develop new techniques to improve Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for networks/systems operating at various classification levels
• Must have expert knowledge of DoD, National and applicable service and agency IT security policy, manuals and standards
• Strong background in Patch/Configuration management, DevOps, and tier 3 support
• Advanced technical competency, as it applies to STIG / SRG requirements, in one or more of the following supported platforms: Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019, Active Directory, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Servers, MS Hyper-V/VMware/ESXi/Xen Hypervisors, Enterprise networking/firewalls/intrusion detection/prevention systems, forensic analysis/vulnerability assessment, Group Policy management and configuration, Scripting, BMC Footprints, WSUS, Lumension, Bitlocker, SQL Server, Apache Tomcat, Microsoft IIS, Windows 10/11, RHEL 8, Microsoft Office
• Technical knowledge of some of the following technologies: Security Information and Event Management (SEIM) (i.e. LogRhythm) Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) / Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), Mandatory Access Controls (MAC) / Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) concepts (e. g. SE Linux extensions to RHEL, PitBull, AppArmor, and Sentris), video teleconferencing / Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Oracle/MS SQL database security, and Apache/IIS Web server security
• Experience collaborating with multi-functional technical teams to develop requirements and implement solutions to meet their needs
• Must have a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Cybersecurity or other relevant Engineering field from an accredited university with minimum 10 years of experience
• Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Secret Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph to achieve SAP security Clearance within 6 months of hire
• Possess a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical III certification or able to obtain within 6 months of hire: CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Plus (CASP+), Certified Cisco Network Professional (CCNP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired Skills:

• Experience with DEVOPS / DEVSEOPS operations and requirements
• Knowledge of Cloud Computing such as Amazon AWS, and Microsoft Azure platforms
• Working knowledge of cloud development tools such as GitLab, Artifactory, JIRA & SonarQube

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$126,600.00 - $227,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!