Information Systems Security Engineer

EEOC

Information Systems Security Engineer developing security strategies and managing risks for the Army National Guard. Collaborating with clients and utilizing industry best practices in cybersecurity.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Break down complex threats into manageable plans of action
Define future system concepts and system enhancements
Research and apply engineering principles to investigate, analyze, plan, design, test, or evaluate systems
Develop architecture in accordance with relevant architecture frameworks
Leverage and implement industry-recognized principles and best practices
Guide clients through a plan of action with presentations, white papers, and milestones
Collaborate with clients to translate security concepts for informed decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience with information assurance or cybersecurity
3+ years of experience serving as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), or Governance, Risk, and Compliance specialist
Experience with the Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization process to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO)
Experience utilizing the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) or Xacta
Experience reviewing vulnerability documentation and developing Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 transition requirements and planning of implementation strategies
Ability to collaborate with program management office representatives such as ISSM, ISSE, assessors, systems architects, and systems engineering to manage accreditation
Top Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree
DoD 8140 Cybersecurity Certification such as Security+, CEH, or GCTI Certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program

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Hard Skills & Tools

information assurancecybersecurityInformation Systems Security EngineerInformation Systems Security OfficerGovernance, Risk, and ComplianceCybersecurity Assessment and AuthorizationEnterprise Mission Assurance Support Servicevulnerability documentationPlan of Action and MilestonesNIST SP 800-53 Rev 5

Soft Skills

collaborationpresentation skillsanalytical skillscommunicationplanningproblem-solvingclient guidanceteamworkorganizational skillsstrategic thinking

Certifications

Top Secret clearanceBachelor's degreeDoD 8140 Cybersecurity CertificationSecurity+CEHGCTI Certification