Information Systems Security Engineer

Overview:

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified individual to fill the Information Systems Security Engineer position. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and talented group of individuals committed to driving success.

The ideal candidates will provide cybersecurity engineering expertise across engineering and operations network solutions. The ISSE ensures strategic and technical adherence to all aspects of the Information Assurance (IA) program in accordance with U.S. Government and Intelligence Community requirements, including ICD 503, RMF, and applicable NIST and CNSSI guidance.

The ISSE is responsible for integrating security controls into system architectures, supporting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary security and program teams to ensure systems meet required security, compliance, and operational standards throughout the system lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

The Information Systems Security Engineer will:

Provide cybersecurity engineering support for engineering and operational network solutions

Ensure compliance with Information Assurance (IA) and cybersecurity requirements mandated by ICD 503, DoD Instruction 8510.01 (RMF for DoD Systems), Applicable NIST and CNSSI publications

Support and prepare Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation, artifacts, and procedures

Engineer and implement security controls in alignment with NIST SP 800-53

Participate in system categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring

Interface with IA team members, ISSOs and ISSMs, Other security disciplines (industrial, physical, special programs security), Program personnel and government security representatives

Support certification and accreditation activities under ICD 503

Ensure cybersecurity considerations are integrated into system design, deployment, and operations

Maintain required cybersecurity and technical training to support assigned systems

Provide technical guidance and recommendations to program leadership on security risks and mitigation strategies

Experience supporting Intelligence Community systems

Familiarity with multi-domain security environments

Ability to operate effectively in high-compliance, mission-critical environments

Strong attention to detail and risk-based decision making

Requirements:

Skills and Experience

The Information Systems Security Engineer must have:

Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance

5+ years of experience in information assurance, cybersecurity engineering, or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) supporting DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) systems.

Demonstrated experience in information assurance and cybersecurity engineering within Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environments

Proven experience supporting Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503 Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities

Strong working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applicable cybersecurity standards and guidance, including NIST SP 800-53 (Security and Privacy Controls), NIST SP 800-37 (Risk Management Framework), NIST SP 800-39 (Managing Information Security Risk), NIST SP 800-30 (Risk Assessment Guide), and CNSSI 1253 (Security Categorization and Control Selection)

Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

Familiarity with engineering and operational environments supporting classified information systems

Education and Certifications

The Information Systems Security Engineer must meet the following:

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Must meet DoD 8140 education and certification requirements

Must maintain required technical and cybersecurity training as defined by role and system assignment

Preferred

CompTIA Security+ CE

CISSP

CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)

CASP+

CISM

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Posted Salary Range: USD $160,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.