Information Systems Security Engineer Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information systems security engineer position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direct support to establishing and maintaining enclave and network accreditation and special approval authorizations, as required, for all networked and stand-alone information (IS), using Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Assurance (IA) policies, such as the use of NIST or CNSS standards for security certification assessment and testing related to ICD-503 controls using CNSS 1253 controls, and other USG.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience developing in an Oracle SOLARIS 10/11 or Red Hat Enterprise LINUX (RHEL) 6.x environment
• U.S. Citizenship and active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility (current SCI access preferred)
• Possess sound knowledge of requirements and methods to meet requirements delineated in the NIST 800-XX and DCID 6/3 / ICD-504 series of publications
• Proficient in the identification, derivation, analysis, implementation, testing, deployment and management of cybersecurity requirements for collateral and multi-level classified information systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of security applications and tools
• Provide the Government with assistance to ensure that the architecture and design of information systems are functional and secure, including program of record systems and special purpose environments with platform IT interconnectivity
• Provide expert guidance and work product evaluation to the IT engineering team for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments
• Advocate and recommend system-level solutions to resolve information assurance and related security requirements and monitors and suggests improvement to IA policy, as applicable

I am excited to be applying for the position of information systems security engineer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for management periodic updates and as requested by Supervisor, give occasional presentations to senior management and/or Legal on varying topics of Security interest.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• U.S. Citizen, Current NACLC with Secret Clearance
• Experience with Insider Threat and Counterintelligence Issues
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of NASA, NISPOM, and Intelligence Community Security regulations and standards
• Working knowledge of computer security requirements for classified processing
• CISSP or CISSP-ISSEP DoD approved 8570 baseline certification is a firm requirement
• Advanced security certification (ISC2 CISSP, CEH)
• Practice writing infrastructure code
• Experience with a programming or scripting language, such as C#, Python, or PowerShell

In response to your job posting for information systems security engineer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direct support to establishing and maintaining enclave and network accreditation and special approval authorizations, as required, for all networked and stand-alone information systems (IS), using Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Assurance (IA) policies, such as the use of NIST or CNSS standards for security certification assessment and testing related to ICD-503 controls using CNSS 1253 controls, and other USG guidance.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• As a collaborative IT team member, ensures effective IA is designed and built into system and network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, including those with differing data protection/classification requirements
• Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management, and recommends system-level solutions to resolve security requirements
• Provide support to security authorization activities in compliance with NSA/CSS Information System Certification and Accreditation (NISCAP) and DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) process, the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, and prescribed NSA/CSS business processes for security engineering
• Broad and deep understanding of established and emerging network technologies
• IA Workforce System Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level II, as outlined in DOD 8570.1-M, at a minimum
• Structure to design, develop, and implement secure Information Systems
• Eagerness and personal self-drive and initiative to learn new technologies and solutions
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) with a concentration in Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) or Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) to meet IASAE Level III, as outlined in DOD 8570.1-M

Please consider me for the information systems security engineer opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical support to the Loyola Community on all issues pertaining to computing security, viruses and worms, copyright and other laws and general computing issues.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience with FISMA and RMF/A&A processes
• Experience with NIST SP (800-27, 30, 37, 53, 60, 137, 144, 145), FIPS (199, 200), CNSSI 1253 experience
• Experience with STIG and SCAP
• CISSP and CISM or GSLC
• Top Secret government clearance
• CISSP-ISSEP, CCSP, GCIA, CEH, GPEN, OSCP or other related certifications
• Knowledge of CSA guidance
• Hands on knowledge of Agile software development

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information systems security engineer position.

Previously, I was responsible for briefings and presentation materials, conference or meeting materials, technical memoranda, and administrative reports.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• The Technical Support Engineer provides support for Tenable’s entire product suite
• Background in systems engineering, requirements analysis and synthesis
• Experience with Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process
• Vulnerabilities and risks associated with Windows operating systems, and components
• Cognizance of various DoD policies and regulations
• Develop, Review, & Provide feedback on DoD/MSC Information Assurance Packages, documents, orders and instructions
• Audit & Monitoring Services
• Assist our team to design, integrate, and implement JSIG/RMF Continuous Monitoring tools and processes