Cleared Information Systems Security Engineer (4659)

smxtech· Federal Civilian, Platforms & Data

📍 Washington, DC🗓 Posted Sep 11, 2025

About this role

SMX is hiring a number of Information Systems Security Engineer to support a Law Enforcement OCIO's organization to provide Information Security as a Service support across all cybersecurity stakeholders. This position is on site in Washington, DC and requires an active Top-Secret clearance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Identify information protection needs for an IS and Network Environment
Define IS and Network Environment security requirements in accordance with applicable cybersecurity requirements
Design security architectures for use within the IS and Network Environment
Design and develop cybersecurity-enabled products for use within an IS and Network Environment
Integrate and/or implement security with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for use within an IS and Network Environment
Develop and implement security designs for new or existing network system(s). Ensure that the design of hardware, operating systems, and software applications adequately address cybersecurity requirements for the IS and Network Environment
Design, develop, and implement network security measures that provide confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation
Design, develop, and implement specific cybersecurity countermeasures for the IS and Network Environment
Develop interface specifications for the IS and Network Environment
Develop approaches to mitigate IS and Network Environment vulnerabilities and recommend changes to network or network system components as needed
Ensure that network system(s) designs support the incorporation of FBI directed cybersecurity vulnerability solutions

Required Skills & Experience

Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP Weblnspect, Network Mapper (NMAP), and/or similar applications.
Hold Aat least one of the following certifications: One of the following certifications is required to meet the category/level ISSE-2 (DOD 8570) requirement for this position: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or Associate), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) CASP CE, Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), CISSP- Information System Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP), or CISSP- Information System Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP).
Active Top-Secret security clearance

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience supporting a federal law enforcement agency

Application Deadline: 7-31-2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$114,600—$192,500 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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