MetroStar · 17 hours ago
Sr. Information Systems Security Engineer II (6399)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$184K/yr - $207K/yr
7+ years expMetroStar Systems is dedicated to embedding security into system design and implementation for mission-critical systems across the federal government. The Sr. Information Systems Security Engineer II will design security architectures, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and security in system operations.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and evaluate security architectures and control implementations across assigned systems
Integrate security requirements into system design, development, testing, and sustainment activities
Conduct risk assessments, threat analysis, and security design reviews
Support RMF activities, including control selection, implementation guidance, and security documentation
Collaborate with engineers, Information Systems Security Officers, and Information Systems Security Managers to identify and resolve security gaps
Advise on secure design patterns, engineering best practices, and defense-in-depth strategies
Support authorization activities and continuous monitoring efforts through technical security expertise
Communicate technical security risks, recommendations, and design considerations clearly to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required
7+ years of experience designing, developing, testing, and evaluating information system security controls across the system development lifecycle
Possess DoD 8140 certification aligned to an Information Systems Security Engineer or Developer work role, such as Security+, SSCP, CAP, CASP+, CCSP, CISSP, or CISSP-ISSEP
Demonstrated experience creating and enforcing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and integrating security requirements into system designs
Hands-on experience applying compliance and security frameworks, including NIST standards, ISO 27001, and the Risk Management Framework
Proven ability to review, redesign, and reconfigure solutions to optimize security controls and system performance
Hands-on experience drafting and revising security plans, including system configurations, threat assessments, and incident response inputs
Operational experience supporting system authorization activities, security assessments, and continuous monitoring
Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment
Required technical certifications include CASP+ or CISSP
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical field is strongly preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Parental Leave and dependent care
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Company
MetroStar
MetroStar is a leading provider of secure digital transformation and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled solutions, specializing in delivering cutting-edge IT services to government agencies and defense organizations.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-11-12Acquired
Leadership Team
Robert Santos
President and Co-Founder
Recent News
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