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Cyber Security InfoSec Engineer - $174K – $188K

RCT Systems
RCT Systems Salary
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/13/2026
This is a senior-level Cybersecurity position supporting highly secure, cloud-based systems in Reston. The role focuses on securing AWS infrastructure and applications within a classified environment.

Key Responsibilities:

The ISSE is responsible for integrating and maintaining security throughout the system lifecycle, including:
 
  • Applying and assessing NIST SP 800-53 controls
  • Supporting RMF / A&A processes using NIST SP 800-37
  • Implementing secure configurations using Defense Information Systems Agency STIGs and CIS benchmarks
  • Performing vulnerability scans, CVE analysis, and remediation
  • Monitoring and securing AWS cloud infrastructure
  • Participating in architecture/security design discussions
  • Creating and maintaining security documentation and accreditation artifacts
  • Working closely with developers, DevOps engineers, system architects, and ISSMs
  • Typical Daily Work
  • Attend Agile scrum meetings and track Jira tasks
  • Review system changes for security impact
  • Lead or assist with security scans
  • Analyze vulnerabilities and recommend mitigations
  • Participate in technical exchange meetings (TEMs)
  • Support continuous monitoring and compliance efforts

Required Skills:
  • Linux command line administration
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Scripting/programming with BASH and Python
  • Networking fundamentals (routing, subnets, VPNs, firewalls, ports)
  • AWS cloud environments
  • Agile workflows
  • Security standards/frameworks:
  • NIST 800-53
  • NIST 800-160
  • DISA STIGs
  • CVE management
  • RMF tools/processes

Desired Qualifications:
  • Certifications such as CISSP or AWS security certifications
  • Infrastructure as Code experience using tools like Terraform or Ansible
  • Additional AWS cloud security experience

RCT Systems offers:
  • Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
  • Immediate 401k vesting
  • Generous PTO and flexible schedules
  • $500.00 annual technology allowance
RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

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