Supports mission-critical federal applications in obtaining and maintaining Authorization to Operate under FISMA, NIST, and OCIO policies. Responsibilities include preparing security artifacts and evidence, reviewing audit logs, conducting security audits and control assessments, updating security documentation and diagrams, collaborating with developers and system owners, and implementing enterprise security initiatives across Azure, Linux, and Windows environments.
Job Description
Job Description
BAE Systems, Inc. is currently looking for a Cyber Security Engineer / Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join an innovative team in Mount Laurel, NJ. This position supports the development of mission-critical applications for a federal government client focused on national security.
The ISSE will be part of a team that supports mission critical applications with both obtaining and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) in accordance with the customer's Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) security policies. Moreover, the ISSE will frequently collaborate with stakeholders across the enterprise and possess the ability to organize and support the latest security initiatives. The ISSE, consulting with the various stakeholders across the organization, will proactively implement innovative security solutions that drive enterprise capability that is available to the entire workforce.
Major Duties
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Job Description
BAE Systems, Inc. is currently looking for a Cyber Security Engineer / Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join an innovative team in Mount Laurel, NJ. This position supports the development of mission-critical applications for a federal government client focused on national security.
The ISSE will be part of a team that supports mission critical applications with both obtaining and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) in accordance with the customer's Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) security policies. Moreover, the ISSE will frequently collaborate with stakeholders across the enterprise and possess the ability to organize and support the latest security initiatives. The ISSE, consulting with the various stakeholders across the organization, will proactively implement innovative security solutions that drive enterprise capability that is available to the entire workforce.
Major Duties
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure security engineering initiatives are aligned with the operational needs of the organization
- Interact with technical leads, developers, and system owners to ensure that Authorization to Operate (ATO) security packages properly adhere to FISMA and NIST security guidelines
- Provide security artifacts and evidence for system security control questions
- Review system security audit logs and take corrective action as needed
- Perform security evaluation tasks including security audits, system control assessments.
- Update technical security guides and diagrams for mission critical systems
- Possess a strong industry knowledge of the latest security trends, technology, etc., and demonstrate forward thinking around how this technology can support the operational needs of the Program and the future technical strategy of the organization
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related analytical, scientific, or technical discipline
- 6+ years of experience in software engineering, program design and implementation, configuration management, maintenance, integration testing, or information system engineering
- 3+ years of experience in system security analysis and implementation; secure system engineering or design; and work in protocol and/or interface standards
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with a group of high performing, technical individuals, and possess ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing to business and technology
- Possess solid communication skills with the ability to act as a team player while interacting across various teams within the organization
- Demonstrate experience with Microsoft Azure cloud systems and Microsoft Office applications including MS PowerPoint and MS Excel
- Possess a general knowledge of Linux (RHEL7/8) and Windows Server 2019/2022
- Able to work in an Agile environment using project sprints and Azure Boards
- Demonstrate experience with creating and validating evidence for NIST security controls
- Possess a strong desire to learn and develop processes to improve the overall security of the environment
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related analytical, scientific, or technical discipline
- 6+ years of experience in software engineering, program design and implementation, configuration management, maintenance, integration testing, or information system engineering
- 3+ years of experience in system security analysis and implementation; secure system engineering or design; and work in protocol and/or interface standards
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with a group of high performing, technical individuals, and possess ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing to business and technology
- Possess solid communication skills with the ability to act as a team player while interacting across various teams within the organization
- Demonstrate experience with Microsoft Azure cloud systems and Microsoft Office applications including MS PowerPoint and MS Excel
- Possess a general knowledge of Linux (RHEL7/8) and Windows Server 2019/2022
- Able to work in an Agile environment using project sprints and Azure Boards
- Demonstrate experience with creating and validating evidence for NIST security controls
- Possess a strong desire to learn and develop processes to improve the overall security of the environment
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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