Information Systems Security Engineer

Information Systems Security Engineer

Location : STSY10 - VA - Quantico FBI Laboratory

Time Type : Full time

Posted : 6 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID : JR105779

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for ensuring IT systems maintain the appropriate security posture in accordance with NIST and FBI policy / guidance. Analyze and define security requirements for on-premises and cloud environment IT systems. Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements. Responsible for the integration and implementation of IT system security solutions under the guidance of the ISSO and Government personnel. Performs risk analyses of IT systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle and during mandated security reviews. Collaborates with other engineers, administrators, and other technical experts in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality to ensure uniformity, standardization, and compliance with security policies. Responsible for participating as a security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation and / or integration of IA architectures, systems, or system components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in designing and implementing security architectures to protect information systems and networks, ensuring they align with regulations and best practices.
• Perform risk assessments to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks, ensuring the security of the organization’s information systems.
• Ensure all information systems comply with relevant security standards and regulations such as FISMA, NIST, and other applicable federal guidelines. Assist in managing certification and accreditation processes to maintain authorized status.
• Participate in the response to security incidents, including coordinating investigations, documenting findings, and implementing corrective actions. Ensure incidents are resolved efficiently and in accordance with organizational protocols.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior security engineers. Conduct training sessions to enhance the team’s skills and knowledge in cybersecurity best practices and emerging threats.
• Oversee the deployment and management of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems (IDS / IPS), and encryption solutions. Ensure these technologies are effectively integrated into the organization's infrastructure.
• Assist in developing and implementing continuous monitoring programs to regularly assess the security posture of information systems. Use insights from monitoring activities to recommend and implement improvements in security controls, policies, and procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES :

QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion / creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

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