Information Systems Security Engineer
Description
Join the Mission at Cyber B.A.T.
At Cyber B.A.T., we believe in one simple idea: Take care of those that take care of you.
We’re a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business delivering engineering, cybersecurity, software, systems, and mission-focused consulting solutions to government customers and industry partners. We combine the impact and innovation of a growing company with the culture and flexibility of a close-knit team.
When you join Cyber B.A.T., you’re not just taking a job, you’re helping solve meaningful challenges alongside people who value collaboration, technical excellence, and having fun while doing it.
Why People Love Working Here
- Employee ownership opportunities — every employee has equity in our success
- Annual company retreats (yes… actual destinations)
- 5 weeks PTO + flexible work environment
- Employer-paid medical and dental for employees and dependents
- Up to 10% 401(k)/profit sharing contribution (no match required)
- Monthly happy hours and team events
- Referral bonuses
- Opportunity to make visible impact without getting lost in a giant organization
Position Overview
Cyber B.A.T. is seeking a Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the design, implementation, integration, and assessment of secure information systems in mission-critical environments. This role partners with systems engineers, architects, and developers to ensure security is integrated throughout the system development lifecycle while supporting risk management, security engineering, and compliance with DoD and NSA cybersecurity frameworks.
What You'll Do
- Participate as a security engineering representative on multidisciplinary engineering teams supporting the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments
- Support the design and implementation of Information Assurance (IA) architectures, systems, and security components
- Conduct technical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities, security gaps, and non-compliance with Information Assurance standards and policies
- Assist in validating system security requirements and developing secure system architectures and engineering solutions
- Support the implementation of security controls for networking, computing, and enclave environments
- Assist with integrating security throughout the system development lifecycle to ensure systems meet mission and compliance requirements
- Support the establishment and enforcement of trusted relationships among interconnected systems and enterprise architectures
- Participate in security planning, risk assessments, risk analysis, and risk management activities
- Identify security requirements for the protection of Government information and mission systems
- Support Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities in accordance with applicable Government requirements
- Review security documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Assist with implementing security engineering principles including identification, authentication, authorization, access control, cryptography, configuration management, auditing, contingency planning, incident response, and intrusion detection
- Collaborate with customers, systems engineers, software developers, and project stakeholders to integrate security into enterprise solutions
- Develop and maintain technical security documentation supporting system authorization and accreditation efforts
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Systems Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and mission requirements
- Four (4) additional years of directly related ISSE experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor's degree
- DoD 8570 IASAE Level II certification (or current equivalent as required by contract)
- Experience supporting the design, implementation, and integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments
- Experience implementing Information Assurance (IA) principles and security engineering best practices
- Experience supporting system security planning, security assessments, risk analysis, and risk management activities
- Experience validating security requirements and integrating security controls into enterprise systems
- Familiarity with security engineering principles including: Identification, authentication, and authorization, Access control, Cryptography, Configuration management, Change management, Auditing, Incident response, Intrusion detection, and Contingency planning
- Experience supporting Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities
- Familiarity with NSA/CSS Information System Certification and Accreditation Process (NISCAP), DoD RMF, NIST RMF, or comparable federal cybersecurity frameworks
- Experience reviewing and maintaining security documentation and system authorization artifacts
- Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, engineers, developers, and cybersecurity professionals in a mission-focused environment
Bonus Points If You:
- Love solving difficult technical challenges
- Enjoy collaborating and sharing knowledge
- Like working where your voice actually matters
- Appreciate a culture that celebrates wins and supports growth
Interested? We'd love to connect.
Apply today and learn why Cyber B.A.T. continues to attract people who want meaningful work, strong culture, and a team that genuinely supports one another.
Disclaimers
Cyber B.A.T. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process.
If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us via email at [email protected] for assistance.
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