Cybersecurity Engineer
Job Description
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. is hiring an ACAS Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Air Operation Center (AOC) cybersecurity team. This full-time, onsite role helps implement, maintain, and operate the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tool suite, including vulnerability scanning and compliance assessment activities. Join a team focused on practical security engineering and measurable compliance outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of ACAS components, including Nessus scanners, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, and Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm.
- Support scheduling and executing vulnerability scans using Nessus scanners.
- Analyze scan results to identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
- Assist with compliance assessments aligned to DoD DoW standards and internal security policies.
- Generate reports covering vulnerability status, compliance posture, and remediation progress.
- Collaborate with system administrators to help facilitate vulnerability remediation efforts.
- Assist with system administration tasks for ACAS servers and databases.
- Stay current on the latest vulnerability trends and security threats.
Requirements
- US citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field
- IAM Level III Certification (Certified Information Systems Security Professional / Certified Information Security Officer)
- Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with the Tenable ACAS suite (Nessus, Security Center/Tenable.sc, NNM/Tenable.asm)
- Security+ or other relevant cybersecurity certifications
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
- Familiarity with DoD security policies and procedures
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Life insurance
- TRICARE supplement
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Learning and development benefit
- Paid time off and holidays
- Odyssey Benefits
Full-time onsite role at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.
Compensation: USD 150,000 - 175,000 per year.