Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.

Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Systems Security Engineering, Risk Management Framework, Security Architecture, Authorization and Accreditation, Technical Reviews, Network Security Administration, Vulnerability Testing, Operating Systems Security, DoD Compliance, Special Access Programs, Communication Skills, Project Management, Technical Expertise, Cyber Risk Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) supporting the AFLCMC/HNJ Special Programs Division, located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA. The division focuses on rapid prototyping, secure Kill Chain capabilities integration, and special access program mission execution. In this role, you will lead Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) documentation efforts and provide Systems Security Engineering (SSE) expertise across highly classified environments, ensuring cybersecurity protections are embedded into system architectures from concept through sustainment. Responsibilities In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter. Duties include, but not limited to: Lead the coordination of A&A documentation. Assist with design, development, implementation, and integration of systems IA architecture. Serve as PMO expert of IA security protections and requirements. Assist in development of security Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) mitigations through timely assessment of POA&M corrective actions. Conduct technical and nontechnical reviews and observe audits as necessary to support development and test efforts. Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain an Active Top Secret / SCI clearance, with eligibility for SAP/SAR access Education: Masters Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline Years of Experience: 10+ years of relevant IA/cyber/security engineering experience Certifications: Must meet DoDD 8140 IAT Level II or higher and hold CISSP Demonstrated experience with RMF, IA control families, A&A documentation, and cyber architecture development Experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) and highly classified environments Technical Skills Experience in security systems engineering involving hardware and software operating system and application solutions in both a stand-alone and in LAN/WAN configurations as well as Platform IT Experience with security features and/or vulnerability of various operating systems as defined by the US Air Force, NSA, NIST, DISA (STIGs), and US CYBERCOM Experience with IA vulnerability testing and related network and system test tools; e.g., Retina, NMap, Nessus, Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Experience implementing DoD and Federal IA Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Processes, IA controls and developing and maintaining associated A&A documentation IAW Risk Management Framework (RMF) Experience with network and system security administration, including operating system security configuration and account management best practices for UNIX (HP-UX & Solaris), MS Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and CISCO systems Experience working U.S. Government contract proposals as an Information Assurance/Security Engineering Subject Matter Expert Experience with Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office products, Windows client OS’s and security, Network protocols and topologies, Routers, Firewalls, Gateways, and Unix-based operating systems Interpersonal Skills Strong communication skills when advising leadership, PMOs, and engineering teams on cyber risk Ability to lead cybersecurity discussions and defend IA engineering positions during technical reviews Confidence working in high-security environments with multi-agency stakeholders Ability to manage multiple cyber engineering efforts while tracking POA&M actions and authorization timelines Additional Information Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, Bedford, MA Travel: Occasional CONUS travel based on mission and inspection timelines Work Environment: Primarily onsite in a secure facility with limited telework based on mission approval #LI-RB1 Company Overview Odyssey Systems is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events. Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Responsibilities

The role involves leading Authorization and Accreditation documentation efforts and providing Systems Security Engineering expertise in highly classified environments. The engineer will assist government leadership with decision-making and ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations.