Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Fairfax, Virginia (On-site with occasional travel to Melbourne, Florida)
Company Overview:
Join a dynamic and innovative team at a growing company specializing in high-performance RF hardware, firmware, and software solutions for critical national defense missions. We are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions through a collaborative and creative work environment.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to develop and implement technical solutions, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) requirements. This role involves managing system security, conducting assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement technical cybersecurity solutions in compliance with DoD requirements.
- Conduct system security patching, antivirus updates, and security assessments.
- Analyze and manage configuration artifacts, assess authorized ports, protocols, and services.
- Collaborate with system and network engineers to ensure RMF compliance and develop mitigation strategies.
- Assist software and hardware developers with applying security lockdowns using DISA STIGs, SRGs, and SCAP benchmarks.
- Perform security scans using DoD compliance tools such as ACAS/Nessus and SCAP Compliance Checker.
- Document configuration and lockdown details using STIG Viewer Checklists and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Lead Assessment and Authorization (A&A) efforts to obtain Authorization to Operate (ATO) for various systems.
- Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to address vulnerabilities and enhance security posture.
- Ensure adherence to security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
Basic Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship and active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in cybersecurity.
- DoD IAT II Certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+) or IAT III Certification (e.g., ISC2 CISSP).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Bash Shell or PowerShell scripting.
- Familiarity with Telos XACTA Risk Management Platform and Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
- Experience with VMware.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a team of experts in a highly collaborative and innovative environment.
- Contribute to high-impact projects supporting national defense.
- Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, services, programs, and activities.
