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The Aerospace Corporation

Information Systems Security Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation
Colorado Springs, CO $143k - $215k/yr Full time Posted 2h ago
Ato Authorization Engineer Information Security Information Technology (IT) InfoSec Risk Management Security Compliance Security Standards Security Testing Vulnerability Management
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Job Description

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE Staff IV) will help engineer, operate, and sustain cyber tools and infrastructure supporting The Aerospace Corporation’s classified enterprise IT environment. This role focuses on meeting security hardening and vulnerability compliance expectations while supporting security assessment and authorization activities for critical missions.

What you’ll do

  • Conduct and support security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses to identify weaknesses and drive mitigation
  • Coordinate with system administrators, developers, and network engineers to implement technical security controls and maintain ongoing compliance
  • Install, configure, and maintain cyber tools including Tenable Nessus, Trellix, and SPLUNK
  • Support ISSOs and ISSMs with security assessment and authorization (A&A) processes to achieve and maintain an Authority to Operate (ATO)
  • Participate in design reviews, configuration management boards, and change control processes to ensure security implications are addressed
  • Provide security engineering input to system design, architecture decisions, and testing activities
  • Collaborate with OCISO personnel, Classified Network ISSOs and ISSMs, and government security officials to meet program security objectives and milestones
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with program offices to showcase and sustain departmental activities
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with government customers, DoD and IC program offices, industry partners, and research institutions
  • Work with independence to accomplish and successfully fulfill CISO and CSO business objectives

Core requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with SSBI
  • DoD approved 8570/8140 baseline certification such as Security+ or equivalent
  • Minimum qualification: 10+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or Computer Science, or 8+ years with a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or Computer Science
  • Working knowledge of eMASS ATO Processes, RMF, NIST 800-53, and DISA STIGs
  • Hands-on experience with system hardening, vulnerability management, and security control implementation on Linux and/or Windows platforms
  • Proficiency with security tools such as ACAS/Nessus, STIG Viewer, SCAP, SPLUNK, and Trellix
  • Demonstrated experience managing Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) through identification, remediation, and closure of security findings to support RMF and ATO compliance
  • Strong communication and documentation skills for preparing technical reports and security artifacts
  • Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary technical teams and engage with government stakeholders

Technologies

  • Tenable Nessus
  • Trellix
  • Splunk
  • ACAS/Nessus
  • STIG Viewer
  • SCAP
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • eMASS
  • RMF
  • NIST 800-53
  • DISA STIGs

Work model and location

This position is full-time and onsite at The Aerospace Corporation facility in Colorado Springs, CO.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is USD 143,300 - 214,900 per year.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan with company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions, with immediate eligibility and vesting upon hire
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs
  • Education assistance programs
  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

How you can stand out

  • Advanced degree/certifications in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related cyber-oriented degrees
  • Experience in CAP/SAP environments
  • Proficiency in scripting and automating security hardening, patching, and security compliance activities
  • Project management skills and experience
  • A motivated passion for cybersecurity excellence

Leadership competencies

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results

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