Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Job Description

Description

SAIC is looking for an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Lead to support the Enterprise Security Operations Center (ESOC) at the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to monitor, detect, and respond to safeguard the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability identifying, detecting, preventing, and coordinating the response and recovery efforts in response to cyber threats to protect the NNSA’s critical production environments and information and operational technology systems. Work will be located at the customer facility in Washington, DC and will require a Top Secret or DOEQ clearance to start.  

This opportunity is contingent upon award.

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies, operating systems, and security best practices. 
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to handle security incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Ability to work effectively with other IT teams and stakeholders. 

Qualifications

Requirements and Skills 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field; OR Master's degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience leading teams in information security, systems engineering, or a related field is required. 
• Proficiency in IT security and information assurance technologies. 
• Experience in leading a team, managing projects, and providing technical guidance to junior team members is crucial. 
• One of the following certifications is required: CISSP, CISM, CISA.  
• Additional certifications like CCNA, GSLC, CASP, and others are advantageous. 
• A DOE Q or Top Secret level security clearance is required to start.
• Must be able to maintain a DOE Q level security clearance.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.