Security Architect/Engineer (ISSE)

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You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings.

Nightwing is seeking an experienced and clear Security Architect/Engineer (ISSE) in support of USG in the Herndon, Virginia area. The right ISSE Candidate shall provide expert-level security support/guidance to engineering and technical IT related activities within the organization. In addition, candidate shall provide day-to-day support and oversight of all Information Assurance, Certification & Accreditation and Assessment & Authorization activities. Responsible for managing the processing of all organizational efforts through the risk management cycle, this includes closely coordinating and track risks, accreditation status, and reporting status across project teams. Generate security plans as required and be the security advocate for all system/architecture changes. Assemble and submit C&A packages to Principal Accreditation Authority/ Designated Accreditation Authority. Coordinate C&A actions and system testing with appropriate security personnel. Maintain a document repository where C&A project documentation is stored.

Required Skills:

SPONSOR WILL CONSIDER IT PM/Engineer with knowledge of security process and willing to learn GxxxxLight

• Candidate shall possess a minimum of eleven (11) years of IT Program Management, security, information assurance and/or engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of Intelligence Community Information Assurance policies and regulations and how they relate to the certification and accreditation process.
• Strong technical skills and analytic ability.
• Good communications skills, written and oral.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in an ISSO /ISSE / ISSM role.
• Experience authoring and maintaining systems security documentation including documentation of security mitigations and successful completion of DCID 6/3 or ICD503 accreditation process
• Demonstrated experience navigating the Sponsors security and  accreditation process to include certification and accreditation of an IT system to Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Candidate shall possess knowledge and experience in generating appropriate security documentation to receive proper accreditation from Directorate security personnel and correcting security shortfalls as they are identified through Agency sponsored reviews.
• Experience using XACTA Tool
• PMP Certification
• Knowledge of Customer PMF process
• Knowledge of FISMA, DCID 6/3, ICD 503 Standards
• Knowledge of IT development lifecycle
• Knowledge of Customer organization and processes specific to security requirements for IT systems and accreditation/certification.

Additional Requirements:

• Additional Technical and Specialty Training/Certifications Etc.
• Years of Experience Required: 11 or more years Professional Experience
• Education Level/Major: Bachelors Degree
• Equivalent Experience may be Substituted for Educational Requirement
• CONUS TDY Required: Up to 10 CONUS travel.

Must have TS/SCI security clearance with Poly on day one and be eligible for crossover.

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award.  ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

About Nightwing:

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

The salary range for this role is 105,000 USD - 221,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX 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.

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