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Jacobs Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) in Chantilly, Virginia

Knack Works, a subsidiary of Jacobs, was created to address the demand for cutting-edge development environments within the intelligence community. Knack Works is focused on providing scalable, automated solutions that enable our customers to perform their national security missions in an ever-changing environment of new technologies and evolving threats. Our flagship product, the "Knack Stack," introduces flexible and automated hybrid cloud infrastructure as a service for cloud-agnostic deployments and automation. It's designed to automate data management and security. We are looking for a subject matter expert in both cybersecurity and US Government policy to play an integral role within the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process. Core responsibilities:

  • Achieve ATOs for Palantir software across multiple government customers with minimal oversight.

  • Provide outstanding customer service, policy expertise, and high-quality documentation.

  • Partner with engineers to interpret security requirements and plan effective control implementations.

  • Translate and synthesize complex concepts and architectures into clear body of evidence artifacts, including System Security Plans (SSP) and architecture diagrams.

  • Represent Palantir and provide credible cybersecurity expertise in government assessments and audits.

  • Proficiency in interpreting and communicating government policy to a diverse audience.

  • Ability to multitask under pressure, using time management and organizational skills.

  • A meticulous attention to detail and demonstrated ability to operate creatively within rigid government processes.

  • Experience with information security fundamentals and core technologies (e.g., authentication, encryption, firewalls, vulnerability scanning, SIEM/SOAR, audit logs).

  • Possess Top Secret or greater U.S. DoD Secret Clearance

  • Proven experience with cybersecurity in a US Government context.

  • Travel as needed to customer sites. Ability to travel 25% preferred, but requirements vary by location.

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