Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) — ISSD

Job overview

The Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) — ISSD role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Compensation is not specified. The role supports IDS’s Information Systems Security Division and government stakeholders, contributing to secure system operations and critical intelligence missions. The ISSE supports system security compliance and authorization by coordinating required documentation, audits, and Risk Management Framework activities. Applying NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 controls and Defense-in-Depth principles, the engineer helps maintain and improve security posture across networks and enterprise environments.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with internal and external customers on government security documentation and processes
• assist government stakeholders with information-system security inquiries
• audit systems for compliance with security controls
• support RMF documentation, assessments, and authorization
• apply NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 controls
• implement and evaluate Defense-in-Depth strategies
• support Secure Terminal Equipment and Secure Terminal Node requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

information system security engineer

isse

information systems security division

risk management framework

nist 800-53 rev. 5

defense-in-depth

system audits

network security

ts/sci with polygraph

iam tier i

annapolis junction md

ids international

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree with eight years of relevant experience or equivalent combination; IAM Tier I certification; active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates must be flexible because some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.

About the employer

IDS International is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.