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Cyber Defense IASAE (Information Assurance Security Architecture with Security Clearance
VTGChantilly, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 15 Jul 2026
Quick Overview
Salary
$165k - $210k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Overview VTG is looking for a Level 2 and Level 3 Cyber Defense IASAE (Information Assurance Security Architecture and Engineering) in Chantilly VA. (Note: position is contingent upon program award) What will you do? The candidate requires relevant IA experience in: IA systems security engineering, engineering the concept, design, development, implementation, and or integration, from end-to-end (E2E), of a system or system component. In addition to the above relevant IA experience, the Information Assurance Systems Architect and Engineer (IASAE) must also have experience with DoD IA Certification and Accreditation Process, or ICD 503 policies, the Government Certification and Authorization process, and guidance from the NIST for implementation with NRO. Key Responsibilities An IASAE is responsible for designing and securing information systems architectures. The position entails the protection of networks through the implementation of firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), antivirus software, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), border gateways, switches, routers and more. The candidate is also expected to understand the best way to secure interfaces, applications, servers, databases and other system components. Do you have what it takes? Requirements:
All positions require: TS/SCI with Poly IASAE Level II
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science.
Minimum 5 years of IASAE experience.
One of the following certifications: CASP, CSSLP, CISSP (Associate). IASAE Level III
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science.
Minimum 10 years of IASAE experience.
One of the following certifications: CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP. Preferred Experience
Recent and relevant experience supporting senior Government managers on IA issues.
Familiarity with NRO cybersecurity policies and RMF workflows.
Experience with end-to-end system security engineering and integration. Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $165,000 - $210,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.
All positions require: TS/SCI with Poly IASAE Level II
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science.
Minimum 5 years of IASAE experience.
One of the following certifications: CASP, CSSLP, CISSP (Associate). IASAE Level III
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, Information Management, or Computer Science.
Minimum 10 years of IASAE experience.
One of the following certifications: CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP. Preferred Experience
Recent and relevant experience supporting senior Government managers on IA issues.
Familiarity with NRO cybersecurity policies and RMF workflows.
Experience with end-to-end system security engineering and integration. Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $165,000 - $210,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.
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