Cyber Security Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

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Herndon, VA
Hybrid
141K-239K Annually
3-5 Years Experience
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
The Cyber Security Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) will provide technical and policy advice for National Security Systems, implement security measures, assess threats and risks, validate security designs, and improve system security throughout the program lifecycle.
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Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer/Cyber Security Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customer in a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience.
As a mission-focused Cyber Security Engineer / ISSE that solves problems on the program, you will be expected to:

  • Provide cyber security technical and policy advice and recommendations in support of the design, development, and support of National Security Systems (for the sponsor);
  • Assess, analyze, and implement information assurance and security engineering for sponsor information technology (IT) systems;
  • Define requirements for business continuity, operations security, regulatory compliance, and internal counter-espionage (insider threat detection and mitigation) to best protect company assets;
  • Assess and mitigate system security threats and risks throughout the program life cycle;
  • Validate system security requirements definition and analysis;
  • Implement and validate security designs in hardware, software, data, and procedures;
  • Demonstrate an ability to work with Systems Architects and Engineers, acquire information for resolving controls and POAMs, and update the customer's A&A system; and
  • Demonstrate an ability to conduct system security scans.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
We are seeking SME candidates with a minimum of 16 years experience.
A Bachelor's or Master's Degree are preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below where specific skills may include the following:

  • Conducting scans, assessing the threats, prioritizing, and implement or delegate the mitigation tasks
  • Reporting and escalation
  • Ability to expertly communicate with the ISSMs on project A&A activities


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Knowledge of Security Development Operations (SecDevOps) on iterative development projects
  • Knowledge of Agile development principles
  • Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon certifications resulting in cloud design ability, implementation, and configuration as it relates to system security
  • Experience with the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) tool GreenLight
  • Familiarity with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Requirements
  • Knowledge of Federal laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $140690 - $239140
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver 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.

How we work, is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

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We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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