Information Systems Security Engineer II

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. analyze, design, and implement technical security controls .

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeColorado Springs • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,400 - $157,600 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

analyze, design, and implement technical security controls
perform configuration, vulnerability, and risk assessments
deploy and validate security tools
support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities
provide technical leadership for cybersecurity integration across complex systems
maintain cyber readiness and support incident response
oversee cybersecurity integration across systems
support vulnerability management activities
develop and submit security reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

4–6 years of relevant, hands-on experience in systems security engineering
Advanced knowledge of systems security engineering principles and practices
Hands-on experience conducting configuration assessments and vulnerability assessments
Proven ability to configure, manage, and validate security tools
Experience supporting the development and maintenance of RMF A&A packages
Demonstrated capabilities in incident tracking and remediation support
Proficiency in developing advanced security solutions
Experience with one or more of the following tools: eMASS, XACTA, CORE ACAS SCAP tools, Nessus, Checkmarx, ZAP DAST
Ability to interpret and apply DoD, NIST, and RMF policy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must hold at least one qualifying DoD 8140 certification
Active DoD Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain TS/SCI
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering or equivalent DoD/Military training

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive benefits package
healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

systems security engineeringconfiguration assessmentsvulnerability assessmentssecurity tools configurationsecurity solutions developmentincident trackingremediation supportrisk assessmentstechnical security controls implementationcybersecurity integration

Soft Skills

technical leadershipstrong written communicationstrong verbal communication

Certifications

DoD 8140 certification