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Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Norfolk, VA

Watershed Security

Norfolk, VA · HybridJob$70–90K/yrPosted 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$70–90K/yr
Location
Norfolk, VAHybrid
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CASP+ CECCNP SecurityCISACISSPGCEDGCIHCCSPSecret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Watershed Security is hiring a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Norfolk, VA. Watershed Security, a Veteran Owned Small Business, is seeking a Journeyman Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Philadelphia, PA. The successful candidate will coordinate and enact required security changes, ensure compliance with policies, conduct cybersecurity vulnerability and threat analysis, and support cyber incident-response.

Key focus areas include Collaborate with various levels of the organization to implement required security changes and ensure compliance with established security policies and standards, Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity vulnerability and threat assessments to identify and mitigate risks to information systems, and Lead cyber-incident-response efforts, including isolating affected systems, conducting initial investigations, collecting relevant data, and providing status updates and reports to leadership.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's In Computer Science/IT, 7+ Years Cybersecurity Experience, and Secret Clearance. Important skills include Coordinating Security Changes, Cybersecurity Vulnerability And Threat Analysis, Cyber Incident Response, Security Compliance, Risk Assessments, and Mitigation Strategies. Preferred (not required): NAVSEA RMF Business Rules.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Coordinating Security ChangesCybersecurity Vulnerability and Threat AnalysisCyber Incident ResponseSecurity ComplianceRisk AssessmentsMitigation StrategiesContinuous MonitoringEmerging Cybersecurity ThreatsIndustry Best PracticesNavy RMF Process Guide (RPG)ACASeMASSeMASSterMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft WordExcelMicrosoft TeamsProjectSelf StarterDetail OrientedBrief Senior Level StaffNAVSEA RMF Business Rules

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Computer ScienceBachelor's in ITBachelor's in Equivalent Technical DegreeCASP+ CECCNP SecurityCISACISSPGCEDGCIHCCSP7 Years Practical Experience in Cybersecurity or a&a Related FieldSECRET Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Watershed Security, is a Veteran Owned Small Business with over 20 years’ Cybersecurity and Government Contracting experiencing. Watershed is looking for a Journeyman Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Philadelphia, PA. The successful candidates will have experience coordinating and enacting required security changes, with in various levels of an organization, ensuring compliance with published policies; conducting cybersecurity vulnerability and threat analysis; and support cyber incident-response by isolating potentially effected assets, initial investigation and data collection, through status updates/reporting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent technical degree.

  • Must have at least one of the following active certifications: CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, CCSP

  • Years of Experience: 7 years practical experience in a cybersecurity or A&A related field.

  • Collaborate with various levels of the organization to implement required security changes and ensure compliance with established security policies and standards.

  • Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity vulnerability and threat assessments to identify and mitigate risks to information systems.

  • Lead cyber-incident-response efforts, including isolating affected systems, conducting initial investigations, collecting relevant data, and providing status updates and reports to leadership.

  • Provide guidance on best practices and recommend improvements to the organization's security posture.

  • Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to protect sensitive data from internal and external threats.

  • Support continuous monitoring of information systems and provide regular status reports on security compliance.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging cybersecurity threats and industry best practices.

  • Clearance Level: SECRET; US Citizen.

  • Ability to possibly provide onsite support in Philadelphia, PA or Norfolk, VA. Some/all remote work may be an option, however the norm will be onsite support. This will be dependent upon customer needs and classification level of work being performed.

  • Some travel may be required.

  • Experience with the Navy RMF Process Guide (RPG), and Navy A&A tools such as ACAS, eMASS and eMASSter.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Project). Self Starter; detail oriented; able to brief senior level staff.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience supporting 5 or more Navy Packages (achieving and/or maintaining ATO)

  • Experience with the NAVSEA RMF Business Rules

Contingent upon award

PAY RANGE

Final salary is influenced by factors such as location, contract labor categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications. Watershed offers competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, educational reimbursement, 401K plans with matching, 15 days of PTO to start and 11 paid holidays per year. The proposed salary range for this position is: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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