Mid-Level Systems Security Engineer [$252k/yr+] S with Security Clearance

SYSTOLICSan Antonio, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 11, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This remote Mid-Level Systems Security Engineer role offers a competitive total compensation of $252k+ annually, challenging you to design secure architectures and drive RMF accreditation processes for complex environments. You'll thrive here if you possess strong experience in DISA STIGs, vulnerability management, and cloud technologies like AWS and Kubernetes, and are eager to contribute to a mission-focused team. Apply now to leverage your security expertise and advance your career in a dynamic, hybrid work setting.

Quick Overview

Salary

$252k/yr

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Employee

Work mode

Remote

Location

San Antonio, TX, United States

Posted

3 days ago

AWSTCP/IPBashKubernetes

Job Description

Candidates must already possess an active Secret clearance to be considered.

Summary: • Execute Information Systems Security Engineering by implementing robust RMF accreditation processes and conducting operational risk assessments. • Interpret and apply DISA STIGs and SRGs to guide engineering teams in maintaining strict security compliance. • Analyze vulnerability scanning results and manage POA&&Ms across complex, multi-enclave environments. • Design secure architectures for distributed and cloud-based systems utilizing Linux, AWS, Kubernetes, and Bash.

Qualifications && Compensation: • Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • Years of experience: 9+ years • Total Compensation: $252k+ yearly Job Description: • Design and evaluate security architectures encompassing multiple enclaves with varying data protection requirements. • Create, review, and maintain system authorization documentation and accreditation artifacts in accordance with RMF standards. • Utilize automated scanning tools and vulnerability management systems to assess and mitigate security risks. • Manage accreditation workflows and POA&&Ms utilizing eMASS, Xacta, or equivalent systems of record. • Assess operational and security risk for integrated open source, GOTS, and COTS components. • Provide expertise across TCP/IP networking, Linux environments, containerized workloads in Kubernetes, and AWS cloud architectures.

Telework: This position supports a hybrid telework arrangement requiring an average of 1-2 days per week on-site.

About SYSTOLIC: SYSTOLIC is dedicated to giving our employees the best possible company experience so that they can focus on providing outstanding support to their customer’s mission. Our company is founded on integrity, enthusiasm, and a relentless commitment to supporting the Intelligence Community. You can learn more about us and submit an application to be considered against our current and future openings at https://systolic.com. To learn about our compensation ranges, visit our

Pay Transparency page at: https://systolic.com/pay-transparency