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Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Solvere Technical Group
Suffolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026

Solvere Technical has an immediate need for an ONSITE Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at Navy Information Warfighting Development Center (NIWDC) based in Norfolk, Virginia.

MUST be a US CITIZEN, live close to NORFOLK, VA, have an ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE, with active IAT II CERTIFICATION.

Job Description

  • Supports our customer providing system Risk Management Framework (RMF) ATO security engineering services and documentation.
  • Support the Government to ensure core security engineering principles are implemented into assigned programs information systems architecture.
  • Determine client security control requirements and support security categorization of the system.
  • Implement security controls utilizing eMASS and Xacta 360 support tools.
  • Conduct certification and testing in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) policy; identify deficiencies and providing recommendations of risk mitigation to customer.
  • Perform Risk Assessments and develop Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), Security Policies, Cybersecurity Strategy, Test Plans, System Security Plans and CYBERSAFE related documentation.
  • Maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to ensure documentation and traceability which outlines a plan to address identified security weaknesses or vulnerabilities within an organization's systems.
  • Perform cybersecurity hardening and security monitoring on network infrastructures (STIGs, patching, ACAS scanning, etc.).
  • Ability to develop and interpret security architectures, data flow diagrams, and publications that depict the system(s) architecture.
  • Ability to be able to identify risk areas of non-compliance and propose solutions to design to full-fill operational requirements and meet cybersecurity requirements simultaneously.
  • Incorporate cybersecurity vulnerability solutions into system designs (e.g., Cybersecurity Vulnerability Alerts).
  • Provide support to security/certification test and evaluation activities.

Job Qualifications:

  • MUST be a US Citizen
  • MUST have an active Security Clearance – Top Secret
  • MUST reside in Norfolk, Virginia or surrounding areas and able to commute onsite daily.
  • MUST have at least five (5) years of experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity within the Federal Government.
  • MUST have an active CompTIA Security CEU or equivalent certification (CISSP, SSCP, CSA , or equivalent).
  • MUST have an Active DoD 8570 IAT II certification.
  • MUST have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or equivalent 5 years experience.
  • Must be Proficient in Microsoft Office tools. (Power Point, Word, Visio, etc.).
  • Must have excellent technical writing, reporting and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience conducting security assessments and working with Security Control Assessors (SCAs) and applying standard auditing techniques during systems security control assessments, including the proper interpretation of the control requirements, determining if the artifacts provided are sufficient and recommending remedial action to Government customer to ensure compliance.
  • Knowledge of Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) views facilitating integration and promoting interoperability across capabilities and among integrated architectures.
  • Experience with modern networks, operating systems, databases, and virtual computing.
  • Expert knowledge of security engineering, design concepts and principles.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and organizations, including senior level management.
  • Proven ability to multi-task and deliver on-time with the highest quality.
  • Experience with the NAVY RMF ATO process.
  • Experience working with Navy EMASS and Xacta 360.
  • Experience with Cloud Systems
  • Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or equivalent 9 years experience.

Security Requirements:

  • Must already have an Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Travel Requirements:

  • Occasional travel might be required

Physical Requirements:

  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
  • Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

BENEFITS

Solvere offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. The Solvere benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families. Solvere also includes basic life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for the employee. Employees may elect to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays. Additional voluntary options include supplemental insurance plans.

About the Company Visit: www.solveretechnical.com

Solvere Technical Group is committed to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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