CareerPlan

System Security Engineer

Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-11-10
Based in United StatesSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead cybersecurity engineering for electronic security systems (ESS) and operational technology (OT) environments, ensuring compliance with DoD requirements and supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.

Role type

Senior IC System Security Engineer

Builds

Cybersecurity solutions for ESS platforms and OT environments

Domain

Defense / Cybersecurity / Operational Technology

Required skills

RMF implementation, STIG compliance, ATO/ATC processes, vulnerability analysis, System Security Plan (SSP) development, risk assessment, network architecture review, security accreditation support

Preferred skills

CISSP, Security+, CASP+, CCSP, classified facility experience, USACE/DoD experience

Technologies

ESS platforms, OT environments, NIST frameworks, DoD policies

Responsibilities

Lead cybersecurity integration for ESS solutions, Support RMF package development and maintenance, Develop and implement STIG compliance requirements, Support Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Connect (ATC) processes, Perform cybersecurity assessments and vulnerability analysis, Develop System Security Plans (SSPs) and supporting documentation, Coordinate with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Review network architectures and security controls, Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and mitigation planning, Support security accreditation activities during installation and modernization projects