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Cybersecurity Engineer III - Team Lead with Security Clearance

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS, INCSan Diego, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 14, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career in a critical cybersecurity role leading a talented team and directly impacting national security initiatives with a competitive salary of $160,000 - $170,000. If you possess strong Risk Management Framework expertise and a passion for mentorship, you'll thrive in this impactful, on-site opportunity. Apply now to leverage your skills and contribute to a leading technology solutions provider.

Quick Overview

Salary
$160k - $170k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
On Site
Location
San Diego, CA, United States
Posted
5 days ago

Job Description

Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to support the NIWC PAC Information Technology Management Support Services contract. The Cybersecurity Engineer III will be responsible for supporting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) accreditation efforts. This role maintains cybersecurity monitoring operations, performs triage to assess the scope and impact of incidents, identifies vulnerabilities, and recommends remediation strategies. The role requires in-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework.

Beyond execution of RMF duties, this dual-function role also encompasses team leadership, requiring demonstrated supervisory or management experience. This position is 100% onsite.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: · Test and apply security controls based on security categorization, the application of overlays (privacy, classified, intel, etc.) and security control tailoring (AI, NOFORN, etc.). · Conduct active and passive reconnaissance of data, with the ability to assess and author Plans of Milestones and Actions (POA&Ms) containing accurate and verifiable mitigation statements, milestone tracking, and applying to the most relevant security control. · Development of comprehensive required A&A documentation, including System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Plan (SAP), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), etc. · Adherence to the eMASS scheduled tasking within the accreditation cycle, including Quarterly Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V), quarterly STIG checks, Annual Security Review (ASR), monthly POA&M updates, and resubmission for ATO, ATC, IATC and IATT as applicable. · Maintenance of DISA circuit connections (CCSDs), inheritance from accredited systems and cloud service providers, and the workflow schedule on accreditations. · Leads and mentors a team of cybersecurity professionals, ensuring the accurate execution of RMF assessment and authorization (A&A) packages while maintaining alignment with organizational goals.

Why Work For ISS? At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.

Requirements Clearance Level Secret Certifications IAM Level II (one of the following)  CASP+  CAP  CISM  CISSP (or Associate)  GSLC Required Qualifications: · 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity or incident response. · Certifications preferred: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Skills & Competencies: · Cybersecurity Monitoring and Incident Response · Security Testing, Auditing, and Remediation · Data Analytics and Risk Assessment · Proficiency with IT Security Software and Web Security Tools Salary Description 160,000-170,000

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