--- title: 'Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at AnaVation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/information-systems-security-engineer-isse-anavation-san-antonio-j48dhdx3qb88' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) at AnaVation - **Company:** AnaVation - **Location:** San Antonio, TX - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-10 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/df923ff7-71b9-49d4-b591-390b69939862 ## 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. 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. ## 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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