Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our DevSecOps team in Herndon. The ISSE will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure systems comply with security policies, standards, and best practices. The position requires hands-on experience implementing security compliance, cloud automation, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and DevSecOps best practices to enhance the security, scalability, and efficiency of mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement security architectures for information systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide mitigation strategies for identified vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate and respond to external organizations to support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, including preparation of System Security Plans (SSP), Contingency Plans (CP) Security Assessment Reports (SAR), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Collaborate with System Owners, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with organizational security standards.
• Integrate security controls into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Work closely with software developers and cloud engineers to integrate security and automation into the software development lifecycle.
• Support AWS CloudWatch, AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Splunk, or ELK for proactive monitoring, logging, and compliance reporting.
• Participate in security testing, audits, and incident response activities.
• Provide security engineering support throughout all system lifecycle phases.
• Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• CISSP, CASP+, CEH, GSLC, Security+, AWS Certified Security certifications or other relevant cybersecurity certifications.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as eMASS, XACTA, Nessus, ACAS, or similar.
• Strong understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and encryption technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with secure software development practices and DevSecOps tools.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.