Info Security Sys Engineering with Security Clearance

Job Title- Information Security Systems Engineering
Job Location- Salt Lake City, UT
Pay Rate $60-70/hr on w2 Job Description: As a Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering at, you will support the security accreditation and compliance of mission-critical communication systems. This role focuses on applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and related cybersecurity standards to ensure systems meet DoD and national security requirements.

You will work closely with systems, software, and hardware engineers to integrate security controls, develop authorization artifacts, and support system certification and accreditation activities. This position is ideal for engineers with a strong foundation in cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) who are interested in contributing to high-assurance defense systems.

Essential Functions: Execute and support RMF lifecycle activities (categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring)
Develop, maintain, and review RMF documentation (e.g., SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, Security Plans)
Interpret and apply security controls from NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related guidance
Support implementation and validation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other configuration baselines
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (systems, software, hardware) to ensure security requirements are properly implemented
Interface with internal stakeholders, Authorizing Officials (AOs), and external assessors to support authorization efforts
Track and report compliance status, risks, and remediation activities to program leadership
Contribute to continuous monitoring strategies and ongoing system compliance
Travel up to 10% as needed Required Qualifications (one of the following along with DoD Secret Clearance): Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or related field with and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.

Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Must have a DoD Secret Clearance Preferred Additional Skills: Certifications One DoD 8140 / 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, SSCP, GSEC), or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire Strongly Preferred Exposure to cryptographic systems, FIPS 140-3, or NSA certification processes
Experience with high-assurance or classified systems
Hands-on experience executing RMF within DoD environments
Familiarity with tools such as eMASS or XACTA
Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 security controls and STIGs
Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes
Strong technical writing and documentation skills Systems & Technical Context Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, network architecture, boundary defense)
Experience working with embedded systems or communications systems
Familiarity with Agile or DevSecOps environments
Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams Desirable (Nice-to-Have) Familiarity with TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper, or related system security disciplines
Experience supporting government customers in a SETA/A&AS role
Additional certifications (CISM, CISA, CEH, GIAC, etc.)
Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain