Information System Security Engineer

Company: Noblis
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 14, 2025

Job Description:

ResponsibilitiesNoblis pursues new opportunities and contracts to ensure that colleagues have opportunities for growth and development, and to bring Noblis' strengths to the Federal Government. We are seeking motivated personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Acquisition (OA).This role has direct client and project support responsibilities to the Systems Engineering Division (SED) and requires onsite work at the client site in Washington, DC, in accordance with the contract.Client Delivery Responsibilities:

• Assist assigned CBP programs and projects in all activities involving Security Engineering and Certification and Accreditation of Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure.
• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Implement higher-level security requirements such as those resulting from laws, regulations, or Presidential directives.
• Integrate security design principles across disciplines and SELC.
• Research and document information protection needs against cyber-attacks.
• Review proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks.
• Lead security-related product selection and implementation activities.
• Define the scope and level of detail for security plans and policies applicable to the system.
• Institute measures to ensure security awareness and compliance.
• Identify the need for changes based on new security technologies or threats.
• Analyze change requests to the system for security posture impact.
• Develop and implement long-range plans for IT security systems that anticipate, identify, evaluate, mitigate, and minimize risks associated with IT systems vulnerabilities.
• Review and evaluate security incident response policies and manage security incident procedures.
• Execute all duties described in the DHS Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Guide and DHS Certification and Accreditation (C&A) Guide.
• Manage and maintain system authorization status (Authority to Test (ATT) and Authority to Operate (ATO)).Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree with 10 years of experience; or bachelor's degree with 18 years of experience; or 22 years of experience.
  • Demonstrated history of increasing responsibility in information security, including experience in managing ATT and ATO processes.
  • Experience in writing, evaluating, and improving security incident procedures.
  • Experience reviewing system change requests for security posture impact.
  • Experience creating risk management plans for IT security systems.
  • Eligibility to receive DHS Suitability (US citizenship is required for DHS suitability).Desired Qualifications
    • Active DHS Suitability is preferred.
    • Prior CBP experience, preferably in information security.
    • Experience managing ATTs and ATOs from conception through award, including writing control documentation.
    • Experience evaluating, selecting, and implementing security products.
    • Experience in interpreting new security laws, regulations, or directives for implementation into the existing security toolset at a federal agency.OverviewNoblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence, and federal civil sectors.Why work at a Noblis company?Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards and maintains a drug-free workplace.*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.Total RewardsAt Noblis, we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards.Posted Salary RangeUSD $93,200.00 - USD $145,550.00 /Yr.Equal Employment OpportunityNoblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.
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