--- title: 'Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at AnaVation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/information-systems-security-engineer-isse-anavation-hejknc88ps4n' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-09' --- # Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at AnaVation - **Company:** AnaVation - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-11-03 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-09 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/04348279-854d-4f72-aab1-aabcc246682e ## Job description Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Engineer(ISSE) to support a high-visible contract and will be responsible for delivering cybersecurity engineering, secure software development, DevSecOps integration, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation across Department of Defense. The ISSE will serve as an embedded cybersecurity engineer working alongside Government engineers, Cyber Operations Teams (COT), Cyber Penetration Teams (CPT), software developers, cloud engineers, and DevSecOps personnel to engineer, implement, automate, and continuously improve cybersecurity controls supporting mission applications and cloud services. This position supports secure capability delivery across multiple value streams and classification levels while enabling Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO), Zero Trust, and cloud-native cybersecurity initiatives. Position Responsibilities:  The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) provides cybersecurity engineering expertise throughout the system development lifecycle by designing, implementing, testing, and sustaining security controls that enable secure software delivery within agile and DevSecOps environments. Responsibilities include: Integrate cybersecurity requirements into cloud-native applications, Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized workloads throughout the software development lifecycle. Engineer and implement security controls supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization, Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO), and continuous monitoring objectives. Identify, assess, and remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities through vulnerability management, security engineering, and technical risk mitigation activities. Design and implement Zero Trust security architectures, container hardening, and cloud security best practices across mission environments. Collaborate daily with Government leadership, Cyber Operations Teams (COT), Cyber Penetration Teams (CPT), software developers, cloud engineers, and cybersecurity assessors to integrate security into Agile and DevSecOps workflows. Support cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing, security control validation, and remediation of assessment findings. Implement and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), security baselines, and secure configuration standards across development, testing, staging, production, and classified environments. Evaluate cybersecurity risks and develop technical security solutions that balance mission requirements with enterprise security objectives. Implement cybersecurity automation, improving engineering efficiencies, and strengthening the overall security posture. Enable the delivery of resilient, mission-ready software capabilities that support secure operations and accelerate capability delivery to the warfighter. Serve as the cybersecurity lead supporting all contract value streams. Required Qualifications: - Clearance: U.S. Citizen, TS/SCI cleared within last 2 years; CI Polygraph within last 5 years - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field - Certification: One or more of the following: CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty or Equivalent DoD 8140 certification - Location: Full-time on-site in San Antonio, TX. - Experience and knowledge: - Nine or more years supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community cybersecurity missions. - Nine or more years of cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, RMF, DevSecOps, or cloud security experience. - Experience implementing cybersecurity controls within cloud-native or containerized environments. - Experience supporting RMF implementation and security engineering activities. - Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, STIG implementation, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring. - Experience integrating cybersecurity into Agile software development environments. - Experience supporting Kubernetes, OpenShift, containers, or cloud platforms. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Preferred Qualifications: - Clearance: TS/SCI w/CI Poly - Education: Advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Assurance, or related field. - Certification: One or more of the following: CISSP, Sec+, CASP, CySA, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP). - Experience an Knowledge: - Nine or more years supporting DoD cybersecurity engineering missions. - Experience implementing Zero Trust architectures. - Experience supporting Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO). - Experience securing Kubernetes, OpenShift, containers, or cloud-native platforms. - Experience implementing DevSecOps security automation and Infrastructure-as-Code. - Experience supporting IL4/IL5/IL6 cloud environments. - Experience supporting Cyber Operations Teams or penetration testing organizations. - Experience supporting software factory environments across multiple security domains. ## Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance ## About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ## About AnaVation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AnaVation is a leading provider of investigative and intelligence collection, cloud and big data, and full spectrum cyber solutions to the U.S. federal government. - **Entity Type**: Private (Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Chantilly, Virginia, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Charles Quillin (CEO) and Todd Graham (Co-Founder & Partner, Law Enforcement) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting, Cybersecurity, Cloud & Big Data, Intelligence - **Target customers**: U.S. federal government (civilian, defense, and intelligence communities) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "AnaVation will provide innovative solutions to our customers, a culture that engages our employees, and unmatched value to both." ## Products & Services AnaVation delivers mission-critical services and solutions, primarily to the government, organized around key technical domains: - **Investigative & Intelligence Collection**: Analytical and processing services for mission support. - **Cloud & Big Data**: Engineering and architecture for secure cloud migration, data processing, and analytics. - **Full Spectrum Cyber**: Offensive and defensive cybersecurity, including architecture, engineering, and operations. - **Software & Systems Engineering**: Development of custom applications, systems integration, and lifecycle management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (Private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated between **$5M–$25M**. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Profile as a trusted partner to the U.S. federal government; partnership structure owned by founders/partners. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount of approx. 151 employees (+4.4% YoY). - 2,432 LinkedIn followers (+20.1% yearly growth). - Named a **Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work winner for 11 consecutive years (2016–2026)**. - Strong talent pipeline from top defense contractors (Booz Allen Hamilton, Peraton, Leidos) and universities (George Mason University, University of Maryland). ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Government Focus**: Specialized expertise in the "hard problems" of national security, intelligence, and defense. - "**Idea of the Possible**" Culture: Emphasizes high-trust relationships, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges for customers. - **Employee-Centric Model**: Founders focus on "taking care of employees and customers" as a core business philosophy. - **Long-Term Stability**: A proven track record over a decade, with consistent recognition as a top workplace. ## Strategic Focus - **Mission Success**: Continuously investing in "Innovation" and "Service Excellence" to solve customer challenges. - **Workforce Development**: Prioritizing employee growth, technical skill development, and certifications. - **Expanding Technical Capabilities**: Seeking talent in AI, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and software development to meet evolving national security needs. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Rated 4.6/5.0 on employer review sites (Work-Life: 4.7, Culture: 4.7). The culture is described as collaborative, mission-driven, and supportive. - **Work from Home / Remote**: Many roles are listed as **Full Time On-site** (e.g., Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Linthicum Heights, MD), with some **Hybrid** options available. - **Notable Perks**: - Generous company-funded medical coverage (100% dental and vision for employees and families). - 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting. - Paid training and certifications ("Life Long Learning"). - Career development programs and recognition (kudos, rewards, bonuses). - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on solving "hard problems" with a stimulating environment, time, and tools for excellence. ## Sources 1. [anavationllc.com - About](https://anavationllc.com/about/) 2. [anavationllc.com - Life at AnaVation](https://anavationllc.com/life-anavation/) 3. [anavationllc.com - Careers](https://anavationllc.com/careers/) 4. [LinkedIn – AnaVation LLC](https://linkedin.com/company/anavation-llc) 5. 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