Information Security Engineer

Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking an Information Security Engineer to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA. As our Information Security Engineer, you will ensure that the architecture and design of the DoD information systems are functional and secure. The Information Security Engineer will manage IA enabled products, interface specifications, and approaches to secure the environment. Responsibilities also include tools support such as ACAS, providing inputs on the adequacy of security designs and architectures, participation in risk assessment, the tracking and dissemination of vulnerability assessments, and adverse cyber related activity identified through indicators. The Information Security Engineer will manage all aspects of infrastructure systems used to manage vulnerability management tools & resources.

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to specific functional area.
• Certifications: Currently hold, or be able to attain a CompTIA CYSA+ or equivalent IAT II certification
• Experience and knowledge on:
• Security standards and controls used by the Intelligence Community
• Creating, maintaining, and updating related knowledge management and technical documentation
• Assessing information security and providing programmatic consultation in support of information systems and networks and the confidentiality, integrity, availability, authenticity, and non-repudiation of the data being assembled, processed, transmitted, and stored
• Understanding of Federal laws and regulations governing information security and IA
• Managing the implementation, testing, and validation of security requirements and assisting in the design of a strong security operations program and effective dashboards
• Monitoring, assessing, and maintaining systems and procedures to protect data systems and databases (ACAS/Nessus)
• Demonstrated initiative (i.e. initiate appropriate action without being directed) and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing Information Security Engineering in support of intelligence community customer
• Security certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent certification

Benefits ·        Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents ·        100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents ·        100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance ·        100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents ·        401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting ·        Competitive Pay ·        Generous paid leave and holiday package ·        Tuition and training reimbursement ·        Life and AD&D InsuranceAbout AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!