The Role
The ISSE will design secure systems for federal contracts, assessing risks, and managing security requirements while ensuring compliance with DoD protocols and processes.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.
We are looking for an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE). Candidate will perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirements. The candidate should understand distributed architectures and cloud-based systems for big data applications. Must be willing to work a hybrid schedule and be flexible to accommodate any schedule changes as needed.
Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with agency appropriate polygraph).
Capabilities
- Will create, review and edit authorization documentation for completeness and accuracy in accordance with federal and DoD policy.
- Thoroughly understand and be able to implement DoD RMF system accreditation processes.
- Assess use case and operational risk of integrated open source, and GOTS/COTS software components.
- Will use vulnerability management systems, automated security scanning tools, and system accreditation record systems.
- Must be able to grasp new concepts, facilitate information exchanges for data gathering, and collaborate with diverse audiences.
- Will follow established processes where applicable, and establish and execute defensible processes where none are prescribed.
- Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management support.
- Recommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements and guide the development team in meeting the security posture requirements.
- Support the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.
- Must apply existing knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.
- Must be able to interact well with others to complete work.
Required Qualifications
- Security Clearance - A current TS/SCI level U.S. Government clearance is required; U.S. Citizenship required.
- 9+ years of experience as an ISSE with large multi-tiered programs and Bachelors in related field; OR 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
- Experience implementing DoD system accreditation processes (DIACAP acceptable and RMF preferred).
- A working knowledge of TCP/IP suite of protocols and services, computer architectures, and network topologies is required.
- DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II (SSCP, Security+, CCNA-Security, or GSEC certification)
- Experience with DISA STIGs and SRGs, vulnerability management systems, mitigation and compliance processes, and reviewing results from automated security scanning tools.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team is needed.
- Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 3 days per week at the Ft. Meade or Columbia, MD offices. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.
Desired Technical Skills
- CISSP-ISSEP is highly desired
The Benefits Package
- Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.
- Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.
- A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Vision and Dental
- Life and AD&D Benefits
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances
- Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services
Additional benefits include:
Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:
Company Environment & Perks
- Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000
- Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts
- Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS
- Various team-building events throughout the year such as: monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.
- Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually.
Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Affirmative Action Statement:
Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Accommodations:
Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood. at 844-WYETECH x727 or [email protected]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.
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The Company
What We Do
Wyetech offers quality engineering services in the fields of Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cloud Engineering, Data Analysis, and Cyber Security to federal and commercial customers.
Wyetech has qualified employees in a broad spectrum of engineering disciplines; however, it is our quality that sets us apart from the rest. Candidates are internal referrals and are thoroughly scrutinized. The result of this has been tremendous, our customers recognize the level of quality and professionalism that Wyetech staff offer.
Wyetech is always seeking new quality engineering talent. Please refer to our website for inquries and applications.
