Software Development, IT Consulting

Information Systems Security Engineer 1

Annapolis Junction, MDOnsiteFull Time$130,000–$270,000 /yrPosted 3 days ago

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Required skills

Top Secret/SCI
Polygraph
U.S. citizen
Splunk
DoD 8570
IAT Level I

Nice to have

Cybersecurity
SSPs
risk assessments
C&A packages
SRTMs

Role summary

Captivation Software is seeking a mid-level Information Systems Security Engineer with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and Polygraph. The role involves supporting daily security operations, enforcing policies, managing security posture, assessing risks, and handling incident response using tools like Splunk. Key responsibilities include preparing security documentation such as SSPs and risk assessments, and supporting system authorization under the NIST RMF. A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field is preferred, with a minimum of five years of experience as an ISSO. DoD 8570 compliance (IAT Level I or higher) is required.

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a mid level Information Systems Security Engineer who will assist with daily responsibilities on the program.

Responsibilities

Supports information security

Helps create and enforce security policies and procedures, manage daily security operations, and maintains the system’s security posture.

Assesses security risks and solutions for critical information, manages security settings for software, hardware, and firmware, and reviews the security impact of system changes.

Prepares and reviews required security documents, including SSPs, risk assessments, C&A packages, and SRTMs.

Supports system authorization under the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Uses Splunk to monitor security events, analyze logs, and support incident response.

Requirements

Security Clearance:

Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

Five (5) years experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required

Experience is to include at least one (1) of the following areas: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; and encryption techniques/tools

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity or related discipline

Four (4) years of additional ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree

DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher is required

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)

Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,600 HSA Contribution

6 Weeks Paid Time Off

Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

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