Cyber Security Engineer III
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Job description
- Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoD and NSA requirements
- Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities for information systems and networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist with remediation efforts
- Monitor systems and networks for cybersecurity threats, incidents, and compliance issues
- Analyze security findings and recommend risk mitigation strategies
- Assist with the application and validation of STIGs, patches, and security configurations
- Respond to cybersecurity incidents and support recovery and reporting actions
- Maintain cybersecurity documentation, system artifacts, and compliance records
- Coordinate with engineers, system administrators, and government stakeholders on cybersecurity matters
- Support continuous monitoring activities to maintain cyber resilience and operational readiness
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following:
- Cybersecurity
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Mathematics with concentration in Computer Science
Certification Requirements (one of the following and must be current):
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- SSCP (ISC²)
- CCNA-Security (Cisco)
- CND (Certified Network Defender)
EXPERIENCE
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10 years experience with a Master's degree OR
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14 years experience with a Bachelor's degree
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Preparing and implementing cybersecurity policies
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Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies
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Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities
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Planning and implementing cybersecurity measures
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Upgrading and monitoring cyber defense capabilities
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Maintaining cyber-resilient networks
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Conducting cybersecurity vulnerability assessments
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Identifying risks and recommending remediation actions
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Implementing risk mitigation strategies
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Ensuring proper security controls are in place
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Protecting digital files and electronic infrastructure
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Responding to cybersecurity incidents/breaches
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Re-establishing protections after security events
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Preparing required cybersecurity reports, * Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of end users and technical resources.
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Ability to operate effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
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Familiarity with: NSA cybersecurity requirements and NSA cybersecurity tools and applications
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Ability to use NSA-related tools in daily operations
SECURITY CLEARANCE
- Must be a US Citizen
- Current DoD TS / SCI with Counter-Intel (CI) Poly security clearance required and must be maintained throughout employment.