Cyber Security /IA Systems Engineer

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Job Title

Cyber Security /IA Systems Engineer

Location

Alabama - Huntsville - Huntsville, AL 35802 US (Primary)

Job Description

The successful candidate will support the multiple M&S systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and update the system Security Control Traceability Matrix in accordance with System Security Plan.
• Develop and staff the assessment and authorization (A&A) package and participate in A&A activities for assigned systems.
• Manage and control changes to the system and assess the security impact of those changes.
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the SCA and AO/AODR prior to the change.
• Document approved system changes in eMASS and update artifacts within the Body of Evidence to accurately reflect current configuration of the systems.
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures as outlined in the security authorization package.
• Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access to the information systems.
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package and execute a continuous monitoring plan.
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
• Ensure audit records are collected and reviewed.
• Implement and maintain ATO packages under RMF 2.0.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with System Administrators, ISSO's, ISSM office, Physical Security, users, customers, and partners on cybersecurity matters.

Job Requirements

Required Skills:

• Bachelors degree and 10 years experience.
• Experience with DoD/USAF information security policy background with practical / hands-on experience applying RMF / JSIG processes and principles.
• Experience developing and/or contributing to an RMF body of evidence composition, applicable artifacts, and associated control families.
• Working knowledge of vulnerability scanning software use (ACAS, Evaluate-STIG, ESS, Fortify SSC, etc.), and ability to analyze and report the results.
• Ability to support couriering of assets and maintain chain of custody documentation.
• Familiarity with AF systems and PC requirements (i.e., a working knowledge of applicable directives and policies governing information systems).
• Ability to apply Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIGs) configuration settings to Linux and Windows operating systems and network devices.
• Willingness to assess and help implement new technologies related to Cybersecurity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of software development lifecycle and DEVSECOPS pipeline.
• Understanding of COMSEC, EMSEC, and TEMPEST regulations and best practices.
• Experience with static code analysis tools and software testing and evaluation process
• Experience using eMASS to report and manage an Authorization to Operate package for an information system.
• In-depth knowledge of administering Linux, Windows, Networking, Virtualization, and Containerization information systems.
• Understanding of configuration management tools and processes.

Required Certification:

• Active / valid DoD 8570.01-M IAT-III certification (CISSP, CASP+, etc); applicant must maintain currency of same.

Required Clearance:

• Active / Valid DoD Secret clearance; applicant must maintain clearance in active/valid status.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to customer requirements.

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