Information System Security Engineer

Stratagem is now part of ARKA. Find us at . ARKA Group L.P. is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space domain. ARKA has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country's space endeavors. We're a legacy of mission excellence built on ground-breaking technologies. Join the ARKA mission and discover your next career opportunity now. Position Overview: This position is for an Information Systems Security Engineer. As an ISSE, you will work closely with our team of talented engineers to ensure cybersecurity best practices are implemented and maintained across our diverse portfolio of programs and operations. Our ideal candidate has proven successes in various aspects of cybersecurity including the RMF lifecycle and ability to collaborate well with multiple organizations to obtain and maintain ATO. Responsibilities: Understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Lifecycle
Familiarity with general security operations for cloud platforms (i.e., AWS, Azure)
Generate and enforce cybersecurity policy as necessary to assist in meeting mission objectives and needs
Evaluate policies against applicable standards to maintain regular compliance
Collaborate with cybersecurity entities (SCA, DAO, DAO-R) to effectively gain and maintain authority to operate (ATO) status for systems
Interpret information provided by software development teams and make sound decisions regarding implementation of new technologies
Review change requests for security impact and respond accordingly
Continuously monitor systems for various cybersecurity compliance elements and report status to stakeholders and team members accordingly
Conduct cybersecurity inspections, tests, and reviews in accordance with organizational and customer requirements
Coordinate with cybersecurity entities to generate plans of action and milestones (POA&M) for vulnerabilities and/or deficiencies discovered during risk assessment, audit, system accreditation, or inspections
Make sound recommendations for patching systems based on vulnerability analysis activities, as well as track patch effectiveness
Required Qualifications: 5+ years of relevant Information Security experience
Active TS/SCI clearance
Active IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+, GSEC, SSCP, or CCNA-Security)
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171 cybersecurity control sets
Preferred Qualifications: Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle
Experience working with governance risk and compliance tools (i.e. Xacta, SNOW, etc.)
Experience utilizing common industry tools (i.e. Nessus, Splunk, Anchore, etc.)
Pay Range: $120,000 - $180,000 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The application window will close in 60 days for this position. Location: This position is based out of ARKA's nature abundant Aurora, CO campus. Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport. What We Offer: Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
13 paid holidays
Continuing education benefit up to $25K/year for approved programs
Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
4 weeks paid Parental Leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements: This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to or contact and press 2 for Human Resources. ITC & Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires an active US Government Security Clearance. Visa Restrictions: No visa sponsorship is available for this position. Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen. ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.