Information Security System Engineer Level III

Job DetailsJob Location: CHANTILLY, VA 1 (DAGGER-HIDALGO) - Chantilly, VA 20151Position Type: Full TimeInformation Systems Security Engineer Level III    Position Overview  System High Corporation delivers the most advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure and strengthen critical missions, programs, operations, and intelligence activities. We are seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Level III to join our team to help contribute to our success and help us solve problems with innovation through intelligence    The ISSE is responsible for conducting information systems security engineering activities throughout the lifecycle. ISSEs are responsible for capturing and refining information protection requirements to ensure their integration into information systems acquisitions and information system development through purposeful security design or configuration.  The contractor integrates security functional requirements into existing acquisition lifecycle phases, milestones, and documents using systems engineering principles and methodologies. Personnel shall be knowledgeable of best practices when implementing security controls including software engineering methodologies, security engineering methodologies, security engineering principles, and secure coding techniques and coordinates activities with assessment and authorization stakeholders. Information Assurance Engineer Level 4 duties include, but are not limited to the following:  The contractor shall participate in discussions at the system engineering level to enhance the security of NRO networks and information systems  The contractor shall provide support to system certification activities and efforts related to system certification and accreditation  The contractor shall provide technical support in investigating and minimizing real or potential damage resulting from security incidents  The contractor shall research, analyze, integrate, and distribute IS security tools and associated documentation, subject to government review and approval  The contractor shall provide on-site assistance for integrating IS security tools into contractor and Government information systems  The contractor shall develop and propose security procedures for systems and software within area of expertise to ensure consistent security policy implementation for review and approval by the Government  The contractor shall create, update, and present Information Assurance (IA) related briefings and other related materials to both internal and external organizations as a security Subject Matter Expert (SME)  The contractor shall participate in and support various Information Assurance forums as directed.  The contractor shall support the Intelligence Community (IC) and Industry-based working groups as directed    In addition to the tasks above, the contractor personnel assigned to OS&CI/F&ISD shall conduct cyber security research and assessments, responding to F&ISD Front Office requirements, and provide reports and activities to F&ISD or his designee.   QualificationsRequired Skills (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)  Knowledge of and experience with ICD 503 and the Government’s certification and accreditation process  Networks, computer components, system protocols, and COTS technology  System methodologies including client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers, directory servers, firewalls, WAN, MAN, LAN, switches, and routers  Software integration of COTS and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products  VMware, Xen, Hyper V and other virtualization platforms.  Education relevant to computer engineering, information security, information management, and/or computer science   Experience in technical project management; and  Technical experience in:  Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OS  Configuring and supporting, at a minimum, VMware, Xen, Hyper V  Software engineering  Program design and implementation  Configuration management  System maintenance  Integration testing; and  Information system engineering.  Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop/lead a high performing team focused on the customer’s mission   Strong business acumen with analytical / metrics capabilities.  Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners   Proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)    Professional & Cultural Characteristics  Available to work before/after typical office hours   Credible and savvy business professional who is seen as a trusted advisor and functional expert to senior management.  Proactive and assertive professional who leads by example.  Leads with humility and is able to engender trust and respect quickly with a reputation for their willingness and ability to roll-up sleeves to get things done.  Vibrant, high-energy, and performance-driven individual who possesses the fortitude to address challenging scenarios.  Continuous learner who is always seeking to improve and constantly evaluating industry thought leadership.  A high achiever and independent self-starter with an exceptional track record of success who wants to be with a company that believes that people and culture are  its greatest asset.    Clearance  Top Secret clearance, eligible for Special Compartmented Information, CI Polygraph  Years of Experience/Education Requirements  Individual must have a bachelor’s degree with 6 years of information technology security, information systems security, associate’s degree with 8 years of information assurance engineering or a master’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience.      Required Certification  IAM/IAT Level 3 Certification   Travel  Must be willing to travel short term (less than (90 days)  Additional Information   This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.   In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.    System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.   System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.  System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting@systemhigh.com.  Legal notices can be viewed on the following PDFs: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; EPPA Notice; FMLA Notice  Warning: Beware of recruitment scams: System High will never request money or personal purchases during the hiring process. Verify all communications come from a systemhigh.com or msg.paycomonline.com email address.