What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Systems Security Engineer / Hybrid in DC position at Motion Recruitment?
A growing technology organization supporting federal and enterprise environments is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to help secure cloud-based systems and modern IT infrastructure.
They are currently seeking an ISSE to join their team. This position will be highly hands-on, focused on designing and implementing security across cloud environments while supporting system authorization and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cloud security engineering and understands how to integrate security throughout the full system lifecycle — from architecture and design through deployment and ongoing operations.
The role is hybrid with onsite work required 3 days a week in Washington, DC.
Required Skills & Experience
Tech Breakdown
They are currently seeking an ISSE to join their team. This position will be highly hands-on, focused on designing and implementing security across cloud environments while supporting system authorization and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cloud security engineering and understands how to integrate security throughout the full system lifecycle — from architecture and design through deployment and ongoing operations.
The role is hybrid with onsite work required 3 days a week in Washington, DC.
Required Skills & Experience
- 6 years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 2 years in an ISSE or similar role
- Strong hands-on experience securing cloud environments (Azure and/or AWS)
- Deep understanding of cloud networking, including VNETs, subnets, NSGs, firewalls, VPNs, routing, and load balancing
- Experience designing and implementing security controls across systems, applications, and infrastructure
- Strong knowledge of NIST RMF, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-161, and related compliance frameworks
- Experience supporting ATO / A&A processes alongside ISSOs
- Hands-on experience with threat modeling, security impact assessments, and risk mitigation
- Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and supporting DevSecOps practices
- Exposure to container security and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, etc.)
- Strong communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally
- Certifications required: CISSP (or equivalent) AND CCSP
- Experience working in federal or highly regulated environments
- Familiarity with supply chain risk management (SCRM) practices
- Experience developing security architecture documentation and technical standards
- Exposure to Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms
- Advanced certifications such as CISSP-ISSEP or CISSP-ISSAP
Tech Breakdown
- 40% Cloud Security Engineering 30% Architecture & Design 30% Compliance / RMF / ATO Support
- 100% Hands On