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Information Systems Security Engineer ( ISSE)

CACI

Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)

Base salary $120,800  to $265,800

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Columbia, MD

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  • LocationColumbia, MD
  • WorkplaceOn-site
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Job Title: Information Systems Security Engineer ( ISSE)Job Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) shall perform technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established Information Assurance (IA) standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate as a security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments
  • Participate as a security engineering representative on teams for the design, development, implementation and/or integration of IA architecture, systems, or system components
  • Participate as the primary security engineering representative for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and or integration of security networking, computing and enclave environments
  • Apply knowledge of AI policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environments
  • Interact with the customer and other project team members
  • Participate as the primary security engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and or integration of IA architectures, systems, or system components
  • Support the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures
  • Support security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management
  • Identify overall security requirements for the proper handling of Government data
  • Provide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management
  • Perform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirements

Recommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Twelve (12) years’ experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity to include recent experience within the last five (5) years with Cybersecurity principles and technology, including:
    • Access/control
    • Authorization, identification and authentication
    • PKI
    • Network and enterprise security architecture
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university
  • In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, five (5) additional years of ISSE experience
  • IAM Level I Certification required
  • TS/SCI Poly required
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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$120,800 - $265,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Source: CACI on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($120,800) is above 23% of the 103 IT & Security roles in Maryland listed on this site; 5 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $139,000; the middle half runs from $120,800 to $151,500.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live CACI roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live CACI roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Information Systems Security Engineer ( ISSE) (this listing)$120,800 - $265,800
Lead Data Architect$120,800 - $265,800
Network Security Engineer$120,800 - $265,800
Senior Network Security Engineer$120,800 - $265,800
Linux Systems Administrator$120,800 - $265,800
Test Engineer (SME)$120,800 - $265,800
Senior Network Engineer$120,800 - $265,800

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All CACI roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-08-04
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Location as the employer wrote it: Columbia, MD, US

$120,800 - $265,800

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