Information Systems Security Engineer

Date: Nov 17, 2025

Location: Honolulu, HI, Hawaii, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 26107

Required Travel: %

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $97, $130,000.00

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Level of Experience: Mid HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a Information Systems Security Engineer at our Honolulu, Hawaii location. The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) is responsible for the implementation, monitoring, and technical enforcement of security controls across enclave systems and DoD information environments. This role ensures that system configurations remain secure, compliant, and auditable through direct application of STIGs, vulnerability remediation, and group policy management. The ISSE plays a hands-on role in preparing systems for accreditation, supporting POA&M item closure, and enforcing hardening baselines across networks and endpoints.

Relocation assistance is authorized if selected candidate resides out of state.

• Apply and validate Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) on Windows, Linux, and virtualization platforms
• Conduct system vulnerability scans, analyze findings (e.g., ACAS/Nessus), and coordinate technical remediation
• Implement and manage role-based access controls (RBAC), group policies, and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• Participate in the creation and enforcement of enclave-wide hardening baselines and patch management cycles
• Support the development and review of RMF artifacts, including SSPs, SCISs, and POA&Ms
• Monitor system compliance using SCAP benchmarks, configuration checklists, and manual validation
• Coordinate with NETOPS, ISSO/ISSM, and virtualization teams to ensure that security controls are properly deployed and sustained
• Assist with incident response preparation by enforcing audit log configurations and system event monitoring
• Prepare for and participate in cybersecurity inspections and ATO validation efforts
• Maintain technical documentation and system hardening guides for repeatable application across enclaves

• 5 years relevant experience with bachelor's in related field; 3 years relevant experience with master's in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 baseline)
• Strong knowledge of DoD STIGs, RMF control families, and NIST 800-53
• Familiarity with Group Policy Objects (GPO), Active Directory, MFA, and role-based access frameworks
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as ACAS/Nessus and remediation workflows

• Hands-on experience applying hardening policies in Windows Server, Linux, and VMware environments
• Ability to interpret scan results and implement technical fixes across operating systems
• Working knowledge of system logging standards, event forwarding, and SIEM pre-configuration
• CISSP, SecurityX (CASP), CAP, CySA+, Pentest+ or GIAC (GSEC, GCED, GCIH)
• Microsoft Certified: MCSA
• Cisco DevOps Associate or similar

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

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