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Info Security Sys Engineer

INNOVA SOLUTIONS, Inc.

SALT LAKE CITY, UTFull-time / Contract$60–65/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$60–65/hr
Location
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Schedule
Full-time / Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

The Information Security System Engineer supports security accreditation and compliance for mission-critical communication systems. The role applies the Risk Management Framework and related cybersecurity standards to meet DoD and national security requirements, working with systems, software, and hardware engineers to integrate controls, prepare authorization artifacts, and support certification and accreditation. It is an onsite, first-shift contract-to-hire position in Salt Lake City.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Risk Management FrameworkCybersecurity GovernanceRisk and ComplianceRMF DocumentationNIST SP 800-53CNSSI 1253STIGsSecurity Control ImplementationCryptographic SystemsFIPS 140-3NSA Certification ProcessesClassified SystemseMASSXACTAATO ProcessesTechnical WritingNetworkingTCP/IPNetwork ArchitectureBoundary DefenseEmbedded SystemsCommunications SystemsAgileDevSecOpsCross-Functional CollaborationTEMPESTAnti-TamperGovernment Customer Support

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity or Related6+ Years Relevant ExperienceGraduate Degree or 4+ Years Experience10+ Years Relevant ExperienceDoD 8140/8570 Certification or Obtain Within 6 MonthsSecurity+CISSPSSCPGSECCISMCISACEH

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring an Information Security System Engineer. Position Type: Full time, Contract to Hire Duration: 12months Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84116 ( Onsite/1st Shift) As an Information Security System Engineer you will: As a Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering, you will support the security accreditation and compliance of mission-critical communication systems. This role focuses on applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and related cybersecurity standards to ensure systems meet DoD and national security requirements. You will work closely with systems, software, and hardware engineers to integrate security controls, develop authorization artifacts, and support system certification and accreditation activities. This position is ideal for engineers with a strong foundation in cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) who are interested in contributing to high-assurance defense systems. Essential Functions: Execute and support RMF lifecycle activities (categorization, control selection, implementation, assessm ent, authorization, and continuous monitoring) Develop, maintain, and review RMF documentation (e.g., SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, Security Plans) Interpret and apply security controls from NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related guidance Support implementation and validation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other configuration baselines Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (systems, software, hardware) to ensure security requirements are properly implemented Interface with internal stakeholders, Authorizing Officials (AOs), and external assessors to support authorization efforts Track and report compliance status, risks, and remediation activities to program leadership Contribute to continuous monitoring strategies and ongoing system compliance Travel up to 10% as needed Ideal Candidate will have: Bachelors Degree in cybersecurity, comp uter science, information systems, or related field with and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. One DoD 8140 / 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, SSCP, GSEC), or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire Exposure to cryptographic systems, FIPS 140-3, or NSA certification processes Experience with high-assurance or classified systems Hands-on experience executing RMF within DoD environments Familiarity with tools such as eMASS or XACTA Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 security controls and STIGs Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes Strong technical writing and documentation skills Systems & Technical Context Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, network architecture, boundary defense) Experience working with embedded systems or communications systems Familiarity with Agile or DevSecOps environments Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams Familiarity with TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper, or related system security disciplines Experience supporting government customers in a SETA/A&AS role Additional certifications (CISM, CISA, CEH, GIAC, etc.) This position needs Active Secret Clearance Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis. Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible. We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully pla ce with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW. Thank you! Ankur Mishra (+1) 213-929-5189 [email protected] PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS: Pay Range*: $60-$65/hr *Pay range offered to a successful ca didate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers a cross North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields. Recent Recognitions: Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024 Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025) One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024) One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics) Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023) One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024) AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/ Innova Solutions offers a referral bonus for qualified Ambassadors who refer eligible referrals. Submit referrals at https://innovasolutions.workllama.com/atsuser/anonreferafriend and earn $250-$1,000 per refe rral. Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [email protected] or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportun ities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Innova Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Privacy Policy - innovasolutions. What Wage are you offering? 60.00 to 65.00 per Yearly

How this job compares

Set against the 1,563 open Cybersecurity Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$60–65/hr
  • US median$60–69/hr24 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $62.50/hr, is 3% below the US median midpoint ($64/hr) — in the middle half of Cybersecurity Engineer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 20 open Cybersecurity Engineer jobs in Utah and 1,563 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Cybersecurity Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (1,451 postings).
Education
635 of the 1,563 open Cybersecurity Engineer jobs (41%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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