Systems Cybersecurity Engineer

• Risk assessment and vulnerability management: Identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing security vulnerabilities across the organization's digital infrastructure.
• Security implementation: Implementing and maintaining robust technical defenses to protect critical assets and secure infrastructure.
• Monitoring and incident response: Continuously monitoring for potential threats and responding quickly to security incidents to minimize damage and restore operations.
• Training and awareness: Educating employees and customers on cyber risks and promoting security through training and awareness programs. To include taking the required Government Training required by the DET 5 and other specific training on the DET 5s my Learning page.
• Audits and compliance: Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements and regulations like Annual Control Validations, Cyber risk assessments
• Third-party risk management: Managing the security of vendors and partners to prevent potential security vulnerabilities.
• Maintain compliance with DoD Manual 8140.03 / 8570.01-M baseline certification requirements for Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III or Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level II/III (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM).
• Register, review, and maintain system Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) data. Ensure all boundary defenses (firewalls, routers) are configured in accordance with DISA PPSM Category Assurance List (CAL) requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the Agile Kanban construct to streamline the RMF lifecycle. Actively seek to reduce bottlenecks in artifact collection and eMASS package processing, ensuring a smooth and predictable workflow for the cybersecurity team and mission stakeholders.
• Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) at the Engineering Review Board (ERB) level.
• Conduct early-stage Security Impact Analysis (SIA) to identify RMF control implications and ensure technical requirements for NCMC-ITW/AA and Legacy Space systems are met before development begins.

Minimum Qualifications:

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance

Certification: DoD IAM Level I (CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ CE, CISSP)

Education: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 15 years’ directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the functionally aligned job description, 8 of which must be in the DoD; OR,

• BA/BS degree and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD; OR,
• MA/MS degree and 10 years of experience in the respective technical/ professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD

• Possesses the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field.
• Possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel.
• within the technical/professional discipline.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures and practices in their area of expertise.

Preferred Experience:

Certification: DoD IAM Level II/III (CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO,)

Additional Information:

Location: Peterson SFB, CO

Hybrid - some telework is allowed, subject to change per the customers discretion.

Travel Requirement: up to 25%