Cybersecurity Engineer

Astrion is hiring a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Command, Control, Communications (C3C)/Kessel Run division. This role is based at Offutt AFB, Nebraska with the ability to be worked remotely. You will help strengthen authorization outcomes through disciplined security engineering, documentation, and compliance work, supporting DoD and Air Force requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform ISSO duties in accordance with DoDI 8510.01, enforcing applicable Air Force cybersecurity policies and countermeasures.
• Maintain required cybersecurity certifications and ensure users meet clearance, training, and access requirements.
• Manage user access documentation, account requests, and ports/protocols and support access control lists.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security configuration guidelines such as STIGs and SRGs, including oversight of system configuration management activities.
• Identify, report, and coordinate remediation of security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risks.
• Support RMF Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) activities by producing high-quality documentation and aligning to DoD and Air Force requirements.
• Develop and support security engineering artifacts including SSPs, PPPs, OPSEC Plans, SRAs, CONOPS, vulnerability analyses, and related documentation.
• Manage security updates, patches, and configuration tracking in alignment with DoD requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, security audits, reviews, and evaluations for planned and operational systems.
• Recommend security policies, contingency plans, disaster recovery procedures, and risk-based strategies.
• Support cybersecurity awareness so security principles are integrated into organizational goals.
• Participate in system and network design to ensure correct implementation of security requirements.
• Obtain required cybersecurity exceptions, waivers, and deviations when needed.
• Support evidence gathering and preservation for security investigations.
• Provide technical cybersecurity guidance across supported systems and evaluate system designs against requirements.
• Collaborate with Government and commercial stakeholders to achieve authorization from all Authorizing Officials under RMF.

Requirements

• US citizen
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Level Clearance
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field
• 3+ years of experience, including 3+ years of DoD experience
• Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure
• Understanding of Agile methods, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats on highly technical topics

Technologies

• DoDI 8510.01
• STIGs, SRGs
• RMF, Authorization & Accreditation (A&A)
• SSPs, PPPs, OPSEC Plans, SRAs, CONOPS
• CI/CD, DevSecOps, DevOps
• PKI
• Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A)

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• STIG compliance
• RMF implementation and documentation
• DoD cybersecurity policies and compliance
• System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes
• DoD cloud infrastructure security
• Agile development methods including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps
• Security risk, vulnerability, and contingency planning
• PKI management and access control
• Classified material handling and accountability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to collaborate with government, contractor, and industry stakeholders
• Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptability to evolving program requirements and security challenges

Location: Omaha, NE (hybrid). Remote: Offutt AFB, Nebraska role includes the ability to work remotely.

Compensation: $145,000 - $155,000 per year, depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications. Job Status: Full-time, salaried.

Clearance: Secret clearance.