Cybersecurity Engineer - ISSO

SAIC is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support critical DoD and Intelligence Community missions. You will lead assessment, authorization, vulnerability management, and secure operations for classified systems. 

Responsibilities

• Execute RMF processes for Assessment & Authorization (A&A).


• Develop/maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and ATO artifacts in XACTA/eMASS.


• Conduct vulnerability scanning and track remediation using ACAS/IAVM.


• Implement and validate NIST 800‑53 and CNSSI 1253 controls.


• Support hardening, patching, STIG compliance for Windows, Linux, and networks.


• Monitor systems and assist with incident response.


• Evaluate security impacts of system changes.


• Collaborate with engineering, administration, and DevSecOps teams. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of experience (or equivalent).
• Active or Current TS/SCI.
• DoD 8570 IAT II+ (Security+, CySA+, CISSP, etc.).
• Hands‑on RMF, POA&M, ATO documentation experience.
• Experience with ACAS, IAVM tracking.
• Knowledge of STIGs, patching, system hardening.
• Familiarity with NIST publications and incident‑response processes.
• Strong analytical and communication skills. 

Desired Qualifications

• Scripting experience (Python, Java, React).
• DevSecOps pipeline experience.
• Linux/Windows, databases, or web app experience.
• Familiarity with Agile tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Experience with NIST SP 800‑171.