Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE I) (Government)

AT&T

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Work type: On-site
Location: Columbia, MD
Salary: $98,100–$175,780 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago

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This role $137k

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About AT&T

AT&T is a US-based telecommunications company providing wireless, broadband, and fiber internet service along with phone and connectivity products for consumers and businesses.

AT&T currently has 53 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE I) (Government)

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AT&T is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support mission-critical systems and ensure compliance with government security requirements. This senior-level position involves conducting technical security assessments, validating system security requirements, and designing secure-by-design solutions across various architectures. The ISSE will collaborate closely with architects and developers to enforce security policies and manage risks throughout the system lifecycle. Key responsibilities include performing vulnerability assessments, developing security controls, and supporting certification and accreditation activities in line with NSA/CSS NISCAP, DoD RMF, and NIST standards. Candidates should have extensive experience with RMF tools like LATTEART and XACTA, knowledge of IA principles, and hands-on skills in implementing technical security requirements such as STIGs and patch management.

Skills

RMF NIST SP 800-53 XACTA BISCOTTI WATCHCAT STE STIG CI/CD Linux Cryptography IA principles Configuration control Change management Auditing Incident handling Contingency planning Intrusion detection Compliance scanners DOD 8570 IASAE Level 2

What you'll do

Perform and review technical security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and non-compliance with IA standards.
Validate system security requirements and contribute to secure-by-design solutions across multi-enclave architectures.
Design and implement security controls into operational environments, ensuring compliance with RMF and NIST SP 800-53.
Partner with architects and developers to integrate appropriate security functionality aligned with agency policy.
Support risk management activities throughout the system life cycle, including threat assessment and mitigation.

What we're looking for

Seven years of ISSE experience on similar programs and contracts.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related field.
DOD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 2 certification.
Expertise in RMF process execution and ATO support.
Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and security control implementation.
Experience implementing technical security requirements and STIGs.
Familiarity with IA principles, system development life cycle, and secure design.

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