ISSE (TS/SCI with CI Poly)

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  • Maxar Technologies
Job Summary
Location
Herndon ,VA 22070
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
16 Mar 2025
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Job Description

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Maxar is seeking an ISSE to join a multi-faceted software development and systems administration team working to build and maintain software applications backed by a self-managed high-performance compute (HPC) infrastructure on a private cloud system. We are responsible for the system from the hardware to the user interface.

Principal Responsibilities :

  • Design, develop, and implement security concepts, controls, and mechanisms.
  • Enforce information systems security policies to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational security requirements.
  • Ensure readiness of all security authorization packages for Authorization and Accreditation (A&A).
  • Conduct security certification and testing in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) policy.
  • Assess security risks and develop mitigation strategies for information systems.
  • Support system security engineering efforts by integrating cybersecurity controls into system architecture and development lifecycles.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments, security audits, and penetration testing to identify and remediate system weaknesses.
  • Develop and maintain security documentation, including Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), System Security Plans (SSPs), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs).
  • Analyze test results, identify deficiencies, and provide risk mitigation recommendations.
  • Provide technical guidance to developers, engineers, and IT teams on secure coding practices and system hardening.
  • Ensure security controls are effectively implemented, monitored, and continuously improved.
  • Conduct security training and awareness sessions to reinforce best practices among development teams and stakeholders.
  • Assist in incident response and forensic investigations related to cybersecurity breaches or vulnerabilities.
  • Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices to enhance organizational security posture.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Five (5) years of relevant experience.
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree from an accredited university in a technical field is required. Five (5) additional years of experience in storage operations may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Demonstrated experience in ICD 503 certification and accreditation processes.
  • Hands-on technical expertise in cybersecurity, including security assessments, system auditing, and secure system development.
  • Familiarity with NIST SP 800-37, CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-39, and NIST SP 800-30.
  • Top Secret SCI with a CI Polygraph.

Desired Skills :

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with security operations, compliance, and policy enforcement in government or defense environments.
  • Knowledge of cloud security, container security, and DevSecOps methodologies.
  • Familiarity with STIG implementation and security automation tools.
  • Experience with RedHat.
  • Experience with virtual environments such as OpenShift or OpenStack.
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