Information Assurance Security Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description As a Information Assurance Security Engineer, you will provide expert technical services on all aspects of Information Security. Responsible for writing information security policy drafts, writing and reviewing Memorandum of Agreements and coordinating and managing all aspects of the Certification and Accreditation. Advise and assess system design/architecture as well as defining, designing and evaluating information security systems. Manage multi-agency information sharing and integration security. Maintain affiliations with high-level personnel at multiple agencies and organizations involved in Information Security. Tasking includes incident response, system access approval, audit log review, Configuration Control Board and daily consultations/consulting on a wide variety of security issues. Report, document and investigate all security related incidents; assist with development and implementation of corrective measures. Candidate will work with all IT groups to build IT systems with security planned from the start. Work with developers, system engineers, project managers, and users to identify the level of protection systems will need. Understand and be able to identify what group or process will satisfy security requirement.
Act as the representative of the Information System Security Manager ensuring compliance with IS security procedures.
Support efforts to operate, maintain, and dispose of information system materials in accordance with security directives, policies and practices and as annotated in Systems Security Plans.
Generate and implementation of requisite security training ensuring user security awareness of responsibilities prior to system access.
Initiate protective and corrective measures when incident or vulnerabilities are discovered.
Ensure IA hardware and software complies with security configuration guides.
Implement and enforce IA policies and procedures as defined by A&A documentation.
Ensure users are aware of their IA responsibilities.
The ability to work on multiple projects/tasks at once and operate in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Perform Operations & Sustainment (O&S) functions for the NCE network security infrastructure (firewalls, web gateways, mail gateways, ids, load balancers, performance monitoring tools, mgt systems, etc)
Perform maintenance and/or advanced configuration of equipment in order to protect the network from emerging cyber threats
Conduct forensic traffic/log analysis to isolate issues or respond to analyst alerts
Respond to escalated troubleshooting requests
Maintain and administer network infrastructure standards, documentation and fault tolerance
Present Monitoring/Test Results and Reports as required
Perform/support integration testing as required
Participates in special projects as required.
Ability to review Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and conduct a technical decomposition categorization, remediation, and lien resolution
Execute remediation process to implement technical solutions to address vulnerability findings via ACAS security scan. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline and at least 6 years of experience, or equivalent.
Knowledge and experience with ICD 503 and be familiar with Cloud Infrastructure/AWS-based solutions
Possess IAM II certification to start in accordance with DOD 8570.1M. This position is defined as in 8570.1M chapter 4, pg 35. Experience using security tools such as ACAS, HBSS, Carbon Black, Tanium, RedSeal, and EMET
Experience installing, hardening, deploying, documenting, and troubleshooting network perimeter security technologies.
Experience and scripting ability on Unix and/or RHEL OS
Experienced with complex Microsoft macros, and PowerShell scripts
Basic understanding of Windows Enterprise AD architecture and VMWare Virtualization
Must be proficient in network routing/vlan technology Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills CISSP certification or equivalent (CAP, GSLC, CISM)
System administration experience
Network engineering experience
System design and development experience
10-15 years of related experience in data security administration Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115100 - $195700 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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