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System Security Engineer/ ISSO

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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Englewood, CO (In Person)

$112,035 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/22/2026

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Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting information systems? Join our team! As a Systems Security Engineer II/ ISSO, you will take on a supporting role in maintaining secure IT systems and support the ISSM in day-to-day operations and Risk Management Framework activities As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.
Responsibilities:
Perform security monitoring. Monitor security controls and protocols. Research and implement new security tools and technologies. Contribute to the development and refinement of security policies and procedures. Perform Continuous Monitoring activities. Support customer requests.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline. 2+ years of experience in IT security or a related field. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices. Experience with security frameworks and standards such as Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST 800-53). Excellent communication and people skills. An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required. Ability to work in an office fulltime.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience in the aerospace or defense industry. Applicable Industry certifications such as Security + or Network +, etc.
Essential Functions:
Ability to work primarily at a computer for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
Estimated Starting Salary Range:
$94,345.12 - $129,724.54. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains - sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It's part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.