Cyber Systems Security Engineer

Gromelski & Associates, Inc.
Manassas, VA, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $150,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

C (Programming Language) Agile Methodology Automation of Tests C++ (Programming Language) Cloud Computing Cyber Security Computer Engineering Linux Intrusion Detection Systems Python (Programming Language) Networking Basics Network Planning and Design
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Systems Development Life Cycle Zero Trust Network Access Systems Integration Rust (Programming Language) Network Routers Scripting Firewalls (Computer Science) Kubernetes Information Technology Atlassian Tools

Job description

As a Cyber Systems Security Engineer, you will take a leadership role in enhancing cybersecurity. You’ll drive the development and integration of modern cyber solutions that protect and empower critical Department of Defense (DoD) assets. We are integrating state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions into mission-critical systems to ensure resilience, integrity, and continued superiority under the sea and across domains. Provide Cyber engineering expertise, while understanding architectural need and finding cyber solutions that can fit that need., Designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls to protect system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Leverage guidance from Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Requirements Guides (SRG), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) to advance cyber controls in system security architecture. Integrating secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments. Performing security assessments and validating configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions. Collaborating across teams on secure system and network design that balances mission goals and cyber protection. Leading technical meetings, translating security requirements into actionable engineering tasks, and mentoring team members Experience or understanding of basic networking switch/router/firewall/IDS concepts.

Requirements

Experience in researching new Cybersecurity capabilities, performing trade studies, and providing expertise to peers and leadership. Experience with Linux systems and large system development Experience with basic networking switch/router/firewall/IDS concepts Experience developing Cyber Security Solutions (in any form) as a team

Cyber Systems Security Engineer Desired skills: A desire to create new network and system capability and develop from design Cloud experience such as Kubernetes and containers Creative thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and a continuous learning mindset Knowledge of containers and securing the infrastructure through the cloud Experience in agile methodologies that highlight Atlassian tools, namely Jira and Confluence Experience in model-based system engineering concepts (MBSE) Experience in researching new Cybersecurity capabilities, performing trade studies, and providing expertise to peers and leadership. Proficiency with Cyber best practice security concepts, models, and methods, (e.g., zero trust architecture and maturity model, advanced authentication methods, STIG coding practices) Ability to communicate and work effectively with internal members and external customers Creative thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and a continuous learning mindset Linux experience in scripting and/or development, e.g. Python, C, C++, Rust Strong communication and leadership skills to engage internal teams and external stakeholders Possess (or must obtain within 6 months of hiring) an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, etc.), A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering or IT field with 3 years of relevant experience or master’s degree and 2+ years of relevant cyber experience; Or 7 years of relevant experience. Proactive/self-starter. Task driven with ability to work independently. Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships that foster team success.

Benefits & conditions

Job: Full-Time Employee, 40 hours/week. Some remote work will be allowed.

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefit package.

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