Information Systems Security Engineer / Project Manager (ISSE/PM

Job Requirements Huntsville, AL Top Secret Polygraph not specified Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience) Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Overview NDi is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer / Project Manager (ISSE/PM) to support enterprise cybersecurity engineering, authorization, compliance, and operational coordination activities within a complex federal IT environment. This hybrid technical leadership role combines hands-on cybersecurity engineering expertise with project and operational management responsibilities supporting mission-critical information systems and cybersecurity initiatives. The selected candidate will provide leadership across security engineering, RMF activities, vulnerability management, system authorization support, resource coordination, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring consistent delivery of secure and compliant IT services. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical cybersecurity knowledge, strong organizational and leadership capabilities, and experience managing priorities across multiple teams and operational requirements. Requirements U.S. Citizenship is required Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance at the time of application Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph Ability to obtain and maintain additional agency access as required This position requires onsite support in Huntsville, Alabama Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Master's degree preferred

Certifications Required:

CISSP or CEH Preferred:

Cloud certification such as: AWS Certified Security - Specialty

CCSP AWS

Certified Solutions Architect -

Associate Microsoft Certified:

Azure Security Engineer Associate Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer Professional Experience Eight (8) or more years of experience supporting cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, or enterprise security operations Demonstrated experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs and mission-critical environments Experience implementing and supporting

NIST RMF

processes and system authorization activities Experience leading technical teams or coordinating cybersecurity project activities Experience supporting vulnerability management, remediation tracking, and continuous monitoring initiatives Experience managing schedules, priorities, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination across multiple efforts Experience supporting enterprise Windows, Linux, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure environments Certifications, prior experience, and demonstrated expertise may be considered in lieu of traditional years of experience requirements where applicable.

Domain Expertise Strong understanding of:

NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) FISMA compliance requirements Security authorization / ATO processes Continuous monitoring Vulnerability management POA&M management Security control implementation and assessment Experience supporting: System Security Plans (SSPs) Security assessment activities Audit readiness initiatives Risk mitigation planning Change management and configuration review processes Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and technologies including: ACAS/Nessus Splunk SIEM platforms Endpoint security solutions Identity and access management tools Cloud security technologies Skills & Competencies Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple technical initiatives simultaneously Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience preparing executive summaries, technical reports, and status updates Strong risk management and prioritization skills Ability to work independently and within integrated operational teams High degree of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail Responsibilities Security Engineering & RMF Support Support implementation and maintenance of security controls across enterprise systems Assist with RMF authorization and accreditation activities Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation including: System Security Plans (SSPs) POA&Ms Risk assessments Security assessment documentation Mitigation strategies Support security architecture reviews and technical assessments Project & Resource Management Coordinate cybersecurity engineering and operational activities across multiple teams and stakeholders Track project schedules, deliverables, milestones, and operational priorities Support resource planning, workload coordination, and task management Assist leadership with operational reporting, risk tracking, and issue escalation Ensure technical activities align with contractual, operational, and security requirements Vulnerability & Compliance Management Perform vulnerability analysis and remediation coordination activities Support continuous monitoring and compliance reporting efforts Coordinate corrective actions and mitigation activities with technical teams Support audit readiness and assessment activities Operational Coordination & Stakeholder Support Collaborate with ISSOs, engineers, administrators, and leadership teams to support secure system operations Participate in technical meetings, working groups, and operational reviews Provide cybersecurity recommendations and implementation guidance Support continuous improvement and cybersecurity modernization initiatives Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting federal cybersecurity or enterprise security operations programs Experience supporting classified or highly regulated environments Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid infrastructure environments Experience supporting enterprise vulnerability management programs Familiarity with DevSecOps and modern cybersecurity engineering practices Prior experience supporting Huntsville-based federal programs preferred group id: 10268248 N Name Hidden HR Operations & Recruitment Analyst Apply now