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ISSE with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC6 days ago
Arlington, VA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
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Job Description

Job Description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to support a company focused on secure cloud-based autonomy and artificial intelligence programs within the defense sector. This position is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days onsite at the Pentagon or Arlington, VA offices. The Senior ISSE will provide hands-on security engineering support within AWS-based DevSecOps pipelines and drive RMF and ATO execution for AI and autonomous systems entering DoD environments.

This role directly enables cutting-edge AI and autonomy capabilities to securely transition into operational DoD missions.

Your Responsibilities

  • Engineer and implement security controls within AWS cloud environments supporting DevSecOps pipelines
  • Support RMF and ATO activities, including control implementation, documentation, and evidence collection
  • Perform vulnerability assessment, remediation, and continuous monitoring using eMASS and related tools
  • Work directly with software, cloud, and platform engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD workflows
  • Translate DoD security requirements into technical implementations for commercial cloud and AI systems

Required Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years of experience in information security engineering, system security engineering, or cybersecurity roles
  • Hands-on AWS experience securing cloud infrastructure in production environments
  • Strong experience with RMF, ATO processes, DevSecOps, cloud security controls, and vulnerability management
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
  • Active or TS/SCI-eligible clearance required

Compensation

Salary Range: $180,000-200,000 depending on experience

Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law

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Required Skills

Vulnerability Management
CI/CD Workflows
AWS Security
Information Security Engineering
eMASS
Security Controls Implementation
System Security Engineering
Authorization To Operate (ATO)
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Continuous Monitoring
Cybersecurity
DevSecOps