{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bbdbffafc3127a2ba4c403ba","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bbdbffafc3127a2ba4c403ba","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bbdbffafc3127a2ba4c403ba","title":"Information Systems Security Engineer - Network/Cloud","description":"Build to something to be proud of.\nCaptivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.\n\nDescription\nCaptivation Software is looking for an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE). Candidate will perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirements. The candidate should understand distributed architectures and cloud-based systems for big data applications. Must be willing to work on-site five days per week.\n\nResponsibilities\nWill create, review, and edit authorization documentation for completeness and accuracy in accordance with federal and DoD policy.\nThoroughly understand and be able to implement DoD RMF system accreditation processes.\nAssess use case and operational risk of integrated open source, and GOTS/COTS software components.\nWill use vulnerability management systems, automated security scanning tools, and system accreditation record systems.\nMust be able to grasp new concepts, facilitate information exchanges for data gathering, and collaborate with diverse audiences.\nWill follow established processes where applicable, and establish and execute defensible processes where none are prescribed.\nProvide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management support.\nRecommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements and guide the development team in meeting the security posture requirements.\nSupport the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.\nMust apply existing knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.\nMust be able to interact well with others to complete work.\n\nRequirements\nSecurity Clearance:\nA current TS/SCI level U.S. Government clearance is required and therefore all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n9+ years of experience as an ISSE with large multi-tiered programs and Bachelors in related field; OR 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.\nExperience implementing DoD system accreditation processes (DIACAP acceptable and RMF preferred).\nA working knowledge of TCP/IP suite of protocols and services, computer architectures, and network topologies is required.\nDoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II (SSCP, Security+, CCNA-Security, or GSEC certification) is required.\nExperience with DISA STIGs and SRGs, vulnerability management systems, mitigation and compliance processes, and reviewing results from automated security scanning tools.\nThe ability to work independently and as part of a team is needed.\nFlexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nCISSP-ISSEP is highly desired.\n\nThis position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.\nBenefits\nAnnual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)\nUp to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)\nAbove Market Hourly Rates\n$3,400 HSA Contribution\n6 Weeks Paid Time Off\nCompany Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D","company":"Captivationsoftware","rawCompany":"captivationsoftware","city":"Fort Belvoir","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:26:14.157Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Information Systems Security Engineer - Network/Cloud","description":"Build to something to be proud of.\nCaptivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.\n\nDescription\nCaptivation Software is looking for an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE). Candidate will perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirements. The candidate should understand distributed architectures and cloud-based systems for big data applications. Must be willing to work on-site five days per week.\n\nResponsibilities\nWill create, review, and edit authorization documentation for completeness and accuracy in accordance with federal and DoD policy.\nThoroughly understand and be able to implement DoD RMF system accreditation processes.\nAssess use case and operational risk of integrated open source, and GOTS/COTS software components.\nWill use vulnerability management systems, automated security scanning tools, and system accreditation record systems.\nMust be able to grasp new concepts, facilitate information exchanges for data gathering, and collaborate with diverse audiences.\nWill follow established processes where applicable, and establish and execute defensible processes where none are prescribed.\nProvide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management support.\nRecommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements and guide the development team in meeting the security posture requirements.\nSupport the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures.\nMust apply existing knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.\nMust be able to interact well with others to complete work.\n\nRequirements\nSecurity Clearance:\nA current TS/SCI level U.S. Government clearance is required and therefore all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n9+ years of experience as an ISSE with large multi-tiered programs and Bachelors in related field; OR 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.\nExperience implementing DoD system accreditation processes (DIACAP acceptable and RMF preferred).\nA working knowledge of TCP/IP suite of protocols and services, computer architectures, and network topologies is required.\nDoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level II (SSCP, Security+, CCNA-Security, or GSEC certification) is required.\nExperience with DISA STIGs and SRGs, vulnerability management systems, mitigation and compliance processes, and reviewing results from automated security scanning tools.\nThe ability to work independently and as part of a team is needed.\nFlexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nCISSP-ISSEP is highly desired.\n\nThis position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.\nBenefits\nAnnual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)\nUp to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)\nAbove Market Hourly Rates\n$3,400 HSA Contribution\n6 Weeks Paid Time Off\nCompany Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D","datePosted":"2026-04-12T21:26:14.157Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T21:26:14.157Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Captivationsoftware","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Fort Belvoir","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"bbdbffafc3127a2ba4c403ba"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bbdbffafc3127a2ba4c403ba"}}