Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts for mission systems by driving RMF risk management, secure implementation, and validation activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain multiple RMF packages and perform risk assessments across mission systems supporting the Data Transport and Receive Network (DTRN) (including SCN, SCN Test Lab, and Orbital Analysis Subsystem).
• Act as the cybersecurity expert for effective RMF execution, including leading and tasking Junior and Journeymen Information Security Analyst personnel.
• Develop and implement an Anti-virus/Malware identification process for checking in/out SCN equipment from/to SCN sites.
• Coordinate with the SWMA (Software Maintenance Action) IA patching team and the program office IA architecture team to support an IA/Cybersecurity Roadmap, identifying non-compliant IA controls and recommending corrective actions.
• In coordination with the Government, use system security engineering to design, develop, and implement secure applications and configurations.
• For hardware acquisition efforts affecting IA, evaluate available COTS and GOTS information security components across hardware, firmware, and software.
• Organize annual cybersecurity control validation in eMASS in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 and DoDI 8500.01.
• Attend Technical Interchange Meetings at key project phases (Requirements, Design, etc.) to obtain cybersecurity community buy off.
• Participate in development and implementation of information security, privacy, and incident response policies, procedures, and standards; monitor compliance to programs and policies.
• Provide technical engineering services management for integrated security systems and solutions support.
• Use tools and processes to monitor information systems for security-related events.
• Assess cybersecurity configuration changes for major security infrastructure platforms.
• Maintain a library of security audit tools and corresponding processes for system security testing, internal audits, incident response, and diagnosis of security-related issues.
• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations may be required (up to 20%).

Requirements

• BS Degree in a related field plus 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required or ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Technically competent; strong data analysis skills; solid decision making; critical thinking; strong customer focus.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn; effective and professional interpersonal skills.
• Pride in work; strong team player; hardworking.

Technologies

• RMF, eMASS, DoDI 8510.01, DoDI 8500.01
• SCN, SCN Test Lab, Orbital Analysis Subsystem
• SWMA
• COTS, GOTS
• ACAS, ESS, SIEM, STIGs
• CISSO, CySA+, GPEN, CISA

Benefits

• Healthcare, wellness
• Financial, retirement
• Family support
• Continuing education
• Time off benefits
• Robust learning resources

Additional Opportunity Details

• Design, test, and implement secure operating systems, networks, and database products.
• Lead risk assessments and provide recommendations for application design.
• Lead cybersecurity initiatives including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.
• Provide guidance on encryption technology, penetration and vulnerability analysis of security technologies, and IT security research.
• May support security report preparation for delivery to regulatory agencies.

Job Details

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO (onsite)
• Salary: USD 90,300 - 189,600 per year
• Experience: 5+ years
• Education: BS Degree in related field
• Job Category: Information Technology
• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Regular
• Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
• Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
• Type of Travel: Continental US
• Anticipated Posting End: 12/31/2026

Desired

• DoD 8140 Cyber Defense Analyst or Vulnerability Analyst Intermediate Qualification or certification (e.g., CISSO, CySA+, GPEN, CISA, or technical BS from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution as defined in DoD 8140).
• SCN and/or DoD experience.
• Cybersecurity Tool experience (e.g., eMASS, ACAS, ESS, SIEM, STIGs).
• Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks is highly desirable.

What you can expect: A culture of integrity; an environment of trust; a focus on continuous growth.