ISSE Security Engineer/Architect

Company Overview

CDIT is a dynamic technology services provider dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to both Federal and Commercial clients. Headquartered in Slidell, LA. We foster a culture rooted in agility, collaboration, and continuous growth, ensuring our team stays at the forefront of industry advancements.

Overview

The Opportunity

• Apply hands-on security engineering skills across a complex mix of on-premise and cloud DoD systems
• Work alongside dedicated GRC, operations, and architecture teams to implement real security controls
• Develop deep expertise in STIG compliance, vulnerability management, and PAM security
• Build your technical toolkit across STIGviewer, SCAP, Tenable, and CyberArk
• Grow toward senior engineering roles with strong mentorship and technical challenge

Responsibilities

• Implement and document STIG configurations across assigned systems and platforms
• Conduct Security Impact Analyses (SIAs) for proposed system changes
• Execute automated configuration validation using SCAP Compliance Checker
• Manage vulnerability tracking and remediation workflows in Tenable SC
• Assess cloud infrastructure security posture using Tenable Cloud Security
• Support CyberArk PAM configuration and privileged access management
• Develop and maintain security configuration baselines
• Author technical security control implementation guides
• Support the Cybersecurity Architect with technical security implementations

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Secret or TS clearance
• 3–5 years of experience in security engineering or system hardening
• Hands-on experience with STIGviewer and SCAP Compliance Checker
• Working experience with Tenable SC or equivalent vulnerability management tools
• Knowledge of secure configuration management principles

Required Certification:

• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Basic tier certification — CEH

Desired Certification:

• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Intermediate tier certification — one of: CEH(P), RCCE Level 1, Cloud+, CPTE, FITSP-A, GCED, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, GSEC, PenTest+, or Security+

Required Education:

• DoD 8140 Interim Education Options

Desired Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering

Desired:

• Experience with CyberArk PAM administration
• Familiarity with Tenable Cloud Security or equivalent cloud assessment tooling
• Exposure to DoD cloud environments (IL2–IL6)

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scott AFB, IL 62225