Senior Computer Scientist, Information System Security Engineer

Job overview

The Senior Computer Scientist, Information System Security Engineer role is onsite in a secure facility in Reston, VA, with a 40-hour workweek and schedules subject to mission requirements. Compensation is not specified. The role supports cybersecurity for tools and CI/HUMINT data-management systems and contributes to national security operations. The position embeds security throughout system design, development, deployment, and sustainment. It helps protect software, prototypes, data flows, and operational tools while balancing mission needs with DIA, DoD, NIST, and Intelligence Community requirements.

What you'll do

• Ensure systems comply with DIA and applicable federal security requirements
• integrate security controls into software lifecycle activities
• conduct security assessments, risk analyses, vulnerability assessments, and continuous monitoring
• support ATO documentation and certification/accreditation coordination
• define cross-domain transfer security requirements
• coordinate with DIA CIO and technical teams
• advise on secure coding
• incorporate foreign-disclosure controls
• maintain security controls during sustainment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior computer scientist

information system security engineer

reston va

darkstar intelligence

cybersecurity

risk management framework

ato

nist

dod

dia

ci/humint

security clearance eligible

conus/oconus travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan options
• professional development and training opportunities.

Why this role

Requires extensive Risk Management Framework and ATO experience, security-control implementation, risk and vulnerability assessments, and knowledge of NIST, DoD, DIA, and Intelligence Community frameworks. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Travel may include CONUS/OCONUS engagements.

About the employer

Darkstar Intelligence LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.