Cyber Security Engineer

Requisition Number

113000BR

BAE Systems, Inc. is currently looking for a Cyber Security Engineer / Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join an innovative team in Washington, DC. This position supports the development of mission-critical applications for a federal government client focused on national security.

The ISSE will be part of a team that supports mission critical applications with both obtaining and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) in accordance with the customer's Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) security policies. Moreover, the ISSE will frequently collaborate with stakeholders across the enterprise and possess the ability to organize and support the latest security initiatives. The ISSE, consulting with the various stakeholders across the organization, will proactively implement innovative security solutions that drive enterprise capability that is available to the entire workforce.

Major Duties

Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure security engineering initiatives are aligned with the operational needs of the organization

Interact with technical leads, developers, and system owners to ensure that Authorization to Operate (ATO) security packages properly adhere to FISMA and NIST security guidelines

Provide security artifacts and evidence for system security control questions

Review system security audit logs and take corrective action as needed

Perform security monitoring and evaluation tasks including security audits, system control assessments and creating security alerts using tools as Splunk or Defender for Cloud

Update technical security guides and diagrams for mission critical systems

Possess a strong industry knowledge of the latest security trends, technology, etc., and demonstrate forward thinking around how this technology can support the operational needs of the FBI and the future technical strategy of the organization

Job Posting Title

Cyber Security Engineer / ISSE

Job Family

Cyber Security Eng

Travel Percentage

0%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Top Secret/SCI

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related analytical, scientific, or technical discipline

10 years of experience in software engineering, program design and implementation, configuration management, maintenance, integration testing, or information system engineering

5 years of experience in system security analysis and implementation; secure system engineering or design; and work in protocol and/or interface standards

Must be able to collaborate effectively with a group of high performing, technical individuals, and possess ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing to business and technology

Possess solid communication skills with the ability to act as a team player while interacting across various teams within the organization

Demonstrate experience with Microsoft Azure cloud systems and Microsoft Office applications including MS PowerPoint and MS Excel

Possess a general knowledge of Linux (RHEL7/8) and Windows Server 2019/2022

Able to work in an Agile environment using project sprints and Azure Boards

Demonstrate experience with creating and validating evidence for NIST security controls

Familiar with back-end log management tools including Azure EventHub and Splunk

Possess a strong desire to learn and develop processes to improve the overall security of the environment

Utilize enterprise security scanning tools including Tenable, Burp Suite and Defender for Endpoint

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Department

0FF005_FBI Programs

Company

TST_BAE Systems Tech Sols&Svcs Inc

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Engineering & Technology

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

Intelligence Solutions (I&S)

Salary Max Point

208890

Salary Min Point

122870

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Sharon Kirk