Cyber Security Engineer / ISSE

Company: Alaska Department of Law
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Join to apply for the Cyber Security Engineer / ISSE role at BAE Systems, Inc.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job DescriptionBAE 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 customers Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) security policies. The ISSE will collaborate with stakeholders across the enterprise and support the latest security initiatives, proactively implementing innovative security solutions to enhance enterprise capability for the workforce.Major Duties

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure security engineering initiatives align with operational needs.
• Interact with technical leads, developers, and system owners to ensure ATO security packages comply with FISMA and NIST guidelines.
• Provide security artifacts and evidence for system security control questions.
• Review system security audit logs and take corrective actions as needed.
• Perform security monitoring and evaluation, including audits, control assessments, and creating security alerts using tools like Splunk or Defender for Cloud.
• Update technical security guides and diagrams for mission-critical systems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current security trends and technologies, and think forward to support organizational security and technical strategy.Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 10 years of experience in software engineering, program design, implementation, configuration management, or system engineering.
  • 5 years of experience in system security analysis, secure system engineering, and protocol / interface standards.
  • Effective collaboration and communication skills with technical and non-technical teams.
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure, MS Office, Linux (RHEL7 / 8), Windows Server 2019 / 2022, and security tools like Tenable, Burp Suite, Defender for Endpoint.
  • Knowledge of NIST security controls, log management tools like Azure EventHub and Splunk, and agile methodologies.
  • Strong desire to learn and improve security processes.Pay and Benefits
    • 122,870 - $208,890. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, parental / military leave, recognition programs, and more.About BAE SystemsBAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company supporting national security through innovative technology and solutions. Based in McLean, VA, the company focuses on intelligence, cyber operations, and systems development to support U.S. military and government missions.J-18808-LjbffrCreate a job alert for this searchCyber Security Engineer --- Washington, DC, United States
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