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Base-2 Solutions

Junior Cyber Security Engineer

Base-2 Solutions
Bethesda, MD Full time Posted 9d ago
Cyber Security Engineer Information Security InfoSec Risk Management Rmf Security Security Automation Security Clearance Security Compliance Security Standards Security Testing
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Job Description

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Junior Cyber Security Engineer to support multiple task orders under the DOMEX Technology Platform contract for NMEC. The role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing secure systems within on-premises infrastructure, with security integrated across the system lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Support secure architecture, design, and implementation of DoD systems in accordance with DoDI 8510.01, NIST SP 800-53, and other applicable DoD security guidance.
  • Lead the integration of RMF activities into the SDLC, including selection, implementation, and validation of security controls.
  • Develop and maintain SSPs, SARs, risk assessments, and POA&Ms.
  • Apply STIGs and validate compliance using SCAP, STIG Viewer, and ACAS.
  • Maintain vulnerability scanning infrastructure and analyze vulnerabilities to support mitigation or risk acceptance decisions.
  • Provide support for system authorization, incident response, forensics analysis, and security automation efforts.

Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI and ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years of experience in the category field. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.
  • At least one DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certification: CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CSSLP, or CASP+ CE.
  • Developer experience preferred in at least one scripting or programming language.
  • Experience reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risk and relevance, including building mitigation or remediation plans across systems, network, application, and database vulnerabilities.
  • Ability to architect, design, troubleshoot, maintain, and deploy vulnerability scanning solutions such as OWASP, Fortify, SonarQube, and Tenable.
  • Experience with XACTA, eMASS, or similar tools.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows and Linux/UNIX operating systems.
  • Experience with middleware or web technologies, databases, TCP/IP networking, and CI/CD platforms.
  • Familiarity with NIST 800-171, NIST 800-172, NIST SSDF, CMMC, and CNSSI 1253.
  • Experience supporting DoD/IC systems through the RMF+ process.

Technologies

Work spans DoDI 8510.01, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, SDLC, STIGs, SCAP, STIG Viewer, ACAS, OWASP, Fortify, SonarQube, Tenable, XACTA, eMASS, Microsoft Windows, Linux/UNIX, TCP/IP, and CI/CD. Additional tools and environments include NIST 800-171, NIST 800-172, NIST SSDF, CMMC, CNSSI 1253, RMF+, Python, Java, React, GitLab, Jira, Confluence, OIDC, OAuth2, Kubernetes, Rancher, Strimzi, Cloudera, Active Directory, Bash, and PowerShell.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents, with plan options through CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare (PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans).
  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability and long-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
  • 100% company-paid life insurance up to $200,000.
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total). Pre-tax and Roth options available.
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid floating holidays.
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Software development experience with Python, Java, or React.
  • Experience successfully achieving ATO under RMF+.
  • Experience with big data applications.
  • Experience with GitLab, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Experience working in Agile environments.
  • Experience with OIDC or OAuth2.
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Rancher, Strimzi, Cloudera, Active Directory, and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.

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