Cyber Security Project Engineer

2 months ago


Herndon, United States The Swift Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Swift Group is seeking an experienced Information Security Systems Engineer (ISSE) to provide expert-level security support and guidance for engineering and technical IT-related activities. The ideal candidate will oversee day-to-day Information Assurance, Certification & Accreditation, and Assessment & Authorization activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards. They will manage the risk management cycle, coordinate project teams, and advocate for security in system and architecture changes. Some travel may be required within the WMA. This position is in Herndon, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert security support for IT engineering and technical activities.
  • Oversee Information Assurance, Certification & Accreditation, and Assessment & Authorization processes.
  • Manage the risk management cycle, tracking risks, accreditation status, and reporting across project teams.
  • Generate and maintain security plans for system and architecture changes.
  • Assemble and submit Certification & Accreditation (C&A) packages to Principal Accreditation Authority/Designated Accreditation Authority.
  • Coordinate C&A actions and system testing with appropriate security personnel.
  • Maintain a comprehensive document repository for C&A project documentation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 11 years of experience in IT security, information assurance, and/or engineering.
  • Working knowledge of Intelligence Community Information Assurance policies and regulations related to the certification and accreditation process.
  • Strong technical skills and analytical ability.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • U.S Citizen with a Top-Secret SCI with Polygraph Clearance
  • H.S. Diploma

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience in an Information System Security Officer (ISSO), Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), or Information System Security Manager (ISSM) role.
  • Proven experience in authoring and maintaining systems security documentation, including security mitigations and DCID 6/3 or ICD 503 accreditation processes.
  • Demonstrated experience navigating the security and accreditation processes to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO).
  • Knowledge and experience in generating security documentation for proper accreditation and addressing identified security shortfalls.
  • Familiarity with tools such as XACTA and Greenlight.
  • PMP Certification.
  • Understanding of the Customer PMF process.
  • Knowledge of FISMA, DCID 6/3, and ICD 503 standards.
  • Familiarity with the IT development lifecycle.
  • Insight into the Customer organization and specific security requirements for IT systems accreditation and certification.
  • Bachelor's Degree

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00

Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.



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