Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Job overview

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) role is onsite in Philadelphia, PA, with some remote work potentially available depending on customer needs and work classification. The proposed salary range is $50,000–$70,000 per year. The role supports the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia. This engineer coordinates security changes, assesses cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats, and supports incident response and continuous monitoring to help protect information systems and maintain compliance with security policies.

What you'll do

• Coordinate security changes and compliance with established policies and standards
• conduct cybersecurity vulnerability and threat assessments
• support incident response by isolating affected systems, investigating, collecting data, and reporting status
• recommend security improvements
• perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
• support continuous monitoring and report on security compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

information systems security engineer

cybersecurity

information security

incident response

vulnerability assessment

risk assessment

philadelphia pa

watershed security

bachelor’s degree required

security certification required

top secret clearance

us citizenship required

medical and dental benefits

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical and dental benefits, educational reimbursement, 401(k) with matching, 15 days of PTO to start, and 11 paid holidays.

Why this role

The posting describes a Journeyman role supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center and lists Navy Risk Management Framework tools and processes among the desired experience.

About the employer

Watershed Security is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.