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- Create of Waivers or Risk Acceptance Memos to assist in the effective management of system risks
- Conduct an annual assessment in accordance with guidance in the DHS Information Security Performance Plan
- Review and update security authorization documents as needed, but at least annually
- Coordinate with the customer's Privacy, Records, and Information Governance Divisions related to compliance documentation and other requirements
- Conduct Contingency Plan tests at least annually and updating the plan
- Perform system self-assessments as part of the customer's Ongoing Authorization program
- Monitor and respond to Information Security Vulnerability Management (ISVM)/Patch Management
- Provide audit support for assigned systems (Financial, A-123, FISMA, internal, DHS, etc.), throughout the audit (Pre, During, and Post Audit)
- Maintain knowledge of inventory in accreditation boundary
- Proactively ensure security requirements are included in development cycle (Waterfall, Agile, SecDevOPs)
- Use DHS and mandated enterprise IA Compliance Tools.
- Devise a plan to certify and accredit their assigned Information system or information systems
- Ensure CM processes are followed to ensure that any changes do not introduce new security risks
- Manage system Information Security Vulnerability Management (ISVM) Compliance
- Respond to emerging requirements or policies as set by legislation, regulation or policy
- Participate in DevOps Sec (security integrated into Agile processes) requirements for assigned systems
- Support annual assessments in accordance with guidance in the DHS Information Security Performance Plan
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of IA experience is required; three (3) of which must be FISMA-related
- Bachelor's Degree in related IT Field or Bachelor's Degree may be substituted with four (4) additional years of FISMA- related experience, for a total of 9 to 14 years of experience
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One of the following:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Specialized knowledge of financial audit standards, classified system IA requirements and Privacy Act requirements
- Specialized knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework
- Specialized knowledge and experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, FIPS, and NIST guidelines
- Knowledge and experience with the vulnerability scanning execution, assessment, and analysis
- Knowledge and experience with the operating system and network knowledge (i.e., Local Area Networks [LAN] and Wide Area Networks [WAN])
- Knowledge and experience with information security and assurance principles (e.g., Defense-in-depth) and associated supporting technologies
- Knowledge and experience with application security, database security, and network security
- Knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework
- Experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, FIPS, and NIST guidelines
- Ability to assess and weigh current and evolving security threats in an operational environment
Preferred:
- Current experience providing ISSO support to CBP or DHS
- Experience supporting systems hosted in Cloud environments.
- Experience supporting systems in Agile and DevOps environments
Identity Statement
Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.
- Create of Waivers or Risk Acceptance Memos to assist in the effective management of system risks
- Conduct an annual assessment in accordance with guidance in the DHS Information Security Performance Plan
- Review and update security authorization documents as needed, but at least annually
- Coordinate with the customer's Privacy, Records, and Information Governance Divisions related to compliance documentation and other requirements
- Conduct Contingency Plan tests at least annually and updating the plan
- Perform system self-assessments as part of the customer's Ongoing Authorization program
- Monitor and respond to Information Security Vulnerability Management (ISVM)/Patch Management
- Provide audit support for assigned systems (Financial, A-123, FISMA, internal, DHS, etc.), throughout the audit (Pre, During, and Post Audit)
- Maintain knowledge of inventory in accreditation boundary
- Proactively ensure security requirements are included in development cycle (Waterfall, Agile, SecDevOPs)
- Use DHS and mandated enterprise IA Compliance Tools.
- Devise a plan to certify and accredit their assigned Information system or information systems
- Ensure CM processes are followed to ensure that any changes do not introduce new security risks
- Manage system Information Security Vulnerability Management (ISVM) Compliance
- Respond to emerging requirements or policies as set by legislation, regulation or policy
- Participate in DevOps Sec (security integrated into Agile processes) requirements for assigned systems
- Support annual assessments in accordance with guidance in the DHS Information Security Performance Plan
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of IA experience is required; three (3) of which must be FISMA-related
- Bachelor's Degree in related IT Field or Bachelor's Degree may be substituted with four (4) additional years of FISMA- related experience, for a total of 9 to 14 years of experience
-
One of the following:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Specialized knowledge of financial audit standards, classified system IA requirements and Privacy Act requirements
- Specialized knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework
- Specialized knowledge and experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, FIPS, and NIST guidelines
- Knowledge and experience with the vulnerability scanning execution, assessment, and analysis
- Knowledge and experience with the operating system and network knowledge (i.e., Local Area Networks [LAN] and Wide Area Networks [WAN])
- Knowledge and experience with information security and assurance principles (e.g., Defense-in-depth) and associated supporting technologies
- Knowledge and experience with application security, database security, and network security
- Knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework
- Experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, FIPS, and NIST guidelines
- Ability to assess and weigh current and evolving security threats in an operational environment
Preferred:
- Current experience providing ISSO support to CBP or DHS
- Experience supporting systems hosted in Cloud environments.
- Experience supporting systems in Agile and DevOps environments
Identity Statement
Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.
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Who's Hiring
- General Dynamics Information Technology30
- Lockheed Martin28
- Booz Allen Hamilton24
- Peraton19
- MANTECH18
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in information security engineer jobs.
- 3-5 years of experience in information security, network security, or a related discipline
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools like Tenable Nessus or Qualys
- Relevant certification such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent
- Working knowledge of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 compliance frameworks
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field
Tips for Your Information Security Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the framework
Hiring managers scan for frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 before reading anything else. Name the specific frameworks you've worked within and call out whether you led the implementation or operated within an existing program.
List certifications where recruiters look first
Put active certifications like CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or OSCP in your resume header or a dedicated line above your work history. Screeners filter on these before reading job descriptions, so burying them in a skills list costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists information security engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Decode the job posting before applying
Posts that list both offensive and defensive tools in the same opening are often written by non-technical HR staff. Read the day-to-day responsibilities, not just the requirements, to tell whether the role is blue team, red team, or a generalist position before you spend time customizing.
Prepare a breach scenario walkthrough
Nearly every technical interview for this role includes a scenario question: walk me through how you'd respond to a detected intrusion or data leak. Rehearse a structured answer using a detection, containment, eradication, and recovery sequence with a real or realistic example from your background.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Security engineers frequently find the actual attack surface or team headcount differs from what was described. Ask directly how many endpoints the team monitors, what percentage of work is reactive versus proactive, and whether the budget for tooling is already allocated before you sign.
Information Security Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most information security engineers?
The companies hiring the most information security engineers right now include General Dynamics Information Technology, Lockheed Martin, and Booz Allen Hamilton, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Maryland, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in financial services, federal contractors, and large healthcare systems.
How many information security engineer jobs are remote?
About 64% of information security engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though roles involving classified systems or on-site security operations centers are almost always in-person. Cloud security, application security, and GRC-focused positions tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible postings.
How do you become an information security engineer?
Start by building a foundation in networking and operating systems, then pursue an entry-level security certification like CompTIA Security+ to validate core knowledge. Gain hands-on experience through a help desk, IT support, or junior analyst role. Move into security-specific work, pursue advanced certifications like CISSP or CEH, and build a portfolio demonstrating real incident response or vulnerability work.
Can you get hired as an information security engineer with little experience?
Yes, employers hire candidates with limited professional experience when they can demonstrate hands-on skills. Building a home lab, completing capture-the-flag challenges on platforms focused on offensive security practice, earning a foundational certification, and documenting that work in a portfolio gives hiring managers evidence of capability that compensates for a short work history.
What does the information security engineer interview process look like?
Most processes include a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering security fundamentals and tool familiarity, and a take-home or live scenario exercise such as analyzing a packet capture or walking through an incident response. Final rounds typically involve a panel with both the security team and a hiring manager focused on judgment calls and past experience.
Where can I find and apply to information security engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to information security engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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