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Supervisory IT Specialist InfoSec/Policy - Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
Security Engineer
Lead and manage information security initiatives, develop policies, and oversee risk assessments to protect critical naval infrastructure using advanced security frameworks and governance practices.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with DoD and Navy requirements.
- Lead risk assessment and mitigation activities, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and threat modeling.
- Coordinate incident response efforts, conduct investigations, and produce post‑incident reports to improve security posture.
- Provide guidance and training to IT staff on security best practices, compliance, and emerging threats.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate security controls into system design and deployment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
- Strong knowledge of DoD security frameworks (NIST SP 800‑53, DoD 8570, etc.) and experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management platforms.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are highly desirable.
Skills
siemiampenetration testing