The ISSE will provide expert security support, develop security plans, assess vulnerabilities, and document security policies while collaborating with teams.
Job Description
As a leading provider of defense and security solutions, BAE Systems offers Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSEs) a unique and challenging work environment.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Information Security Engineer II to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in computer science and information security, with a proven track record of providing expert security support to system and software development activities. If you have a passion for information security and a desire to work on complex and challenging projects, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
As a leading provider of defense and security solutions, BAE Systems offers Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSEs) a unique and challenging work environment.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Information Security Engineer II to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in computer science and information security, with a proven track record of providing expert security support to system and software development activities. If you have a passion for information security and a desire to work on complex and challenging projects, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert information security support to system and software development activities
- Develop and implement comprehensive System Security Plans to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate security risks
- Conduct security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify potential threats
- Develop and maintain documentation of security policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in information security
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Must currently possess a TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or equivalent field
- Alternatively, five (5) years of full-time computer science work experience can be substituted for the degree
- Seven (7) years of experience providing information security support to system and software development activities
- Five (5) years of experience in applicable programming languages such as Java, C++, or C
- Experience in creating System Security Plans and obtaining system certifications
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or CASP (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner) certification is required
- Experience with policies, publications, and regulations is desirable
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Top Skills
C
C++
Java
BAE Systems, Inc. Burlington, Massachusetts, USA Office
600 District Ave, Burlington, MA, United States, 01803
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