Information Systems Security Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Information Systems Security Engineer (Cybersecurity): Leading the implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for critical FBI IT systems with an accent on secure design, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. Focus on managing the end-to-end RMF lifecycle, coordinating security control assessments, and providing principal technical guidance on national security systems.

Location: Arlington, VA (Onsite). Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required.

Company

A solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests.

What you will do

• Lead and supervise a team of contractor security professionals implementing the RMF lifecycle for FBI IT systems.
• Oversee system categorization and the selection, tailoring, and documentation of security controls.
• Manage the implementation of technical, operational, and management controls throughout system lifecycles.
• Plan and execute comprehensive security control assessments to validate safeguard effectiveness.
• Prepare risk management documentation for system authorization and executive decision-making.
• Act as a principal technical advisor on cybersecurity, risk analysis, and incident response.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance.
• 8+ years of experience in secure design, analysis, and testing of information security systems.
• 8+ years of experience implementing and documenting baseline security safeguards.
• 8+ years of experience creating security test plans to detect and mitigate risk.
• CISSP or CEH certification.

Nice to have

• Active Cloud Certification (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Experience with NIST SP 800-37 Revision 2 and other federal security guidelines.
• Previous experience supporting the Department of Justice (DOJ) or FBI.
• Familiarity with GitLab, Jira, and DataBricks.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to support mission-critical national security operations and impact the safety of vital data.
• Environment that values thoughtful, skilled professionals as trusted partners.
• Commitment to being an equal opportunity employer with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
• Reasonable accommodations provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.