Cyber Security Engineer

Linux VxWorks Firewall OpenShift Visionary Innovation Kubernetes Encryption Metasploit Burp Suite System Safety Cyber Security Edge Computing Computer Science Software Systems Embedded Systems Security Testing Secret Clearance Security Controls Operating Systems Docker (Software) CompTIA Security+ Endpoint Security Cyber Engineering Container Security System Requirements Information Systems Security Engineering Software Engineering Software Development Systems Architecture New Product Development C (Programming Language) IT Security Architecture Vulnerability Management Cyber Security Standards Vulnerability Assessments Linux On Embedded Systems Cyber Security Assessment Engineering Design Process C++ (Programming Language) Java (Programming Language) Requirements Specifications Information Systems Security Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Certified Information Security Manager Offensive Security Certified Professional Certified Information Systems Security Professional, The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer will play a crucial role in designing and implementing cybersecurity solutions for advanced Department of Defense systems and networks. This position focuses on Zero Trust Architecture, RMF requirements, security for embedded and edge devices, vulnerability assessment, and the implementation of security controls., * Develop and implement Zero Trust adoption across product lines.

• Integrate Zero Trust Architecture with system safety and RMF 4/5 requirements supporting ATO.
• Develop and prototype security controls for next-generation platforms.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Develop and implement controls to mitigate identified security risks.
• Perform security testing and evaluation on purpose-built systems and networks.
• Serve as a cybersecurity technical point of contact for DoD and prime contractor customers.
• Write, review, and validate Zero Trust system requirements and specifications.
• Support security of embedded and edge computing environments.
• Educate software, systems, and integration teams on cybersecurity practices.
• Stay current on emerging cybersecurity standards, technologies, and best practices.

• Hands-on Zero Trust Architecture experience, ideally designing, implementing, or integrating Zero Trust within complex systems.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity/information systems security engineering experience.
• Experience translating Zero Trust principles into system architecture, requirements, specifications, and security controls.
• Experience with NIST and RMF, including security engineering supporting RMF/ATO activities.
• Security experience with Linux, Embedded Linux, VxWorks, Lynx, and/or Windows.
• Experience implementing security controls such as firewalls, endpoint security, application whitelisting, IDS/IPS, encryption, identity, and access controls.
• DoDM 8140.03 compliant certification such as Security+, CISSP, or CEH.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Systems Engineering or Software Engineering background.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or Red Hat OpenShift security.
• Proficiency in Java, C, C++, or Python.
• Anti-Tamper experience.
• Penetration testing with Metasploit, Burp Suite, or LibFuzzer.
• CISSP, OSCP, or CISM certification.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Masters degree.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity architecture and systems security engineering.
• Experience assessing operating-system security configurations and deployments.
• Understanding of container security and modern software development environments.
• Ability to translate cybersecurity requirements into system and software engineering requirements.
• Comfortable operating as a technical cybersecurity SME in customer-facing environments., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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