Senior Network Cybersecurity Engineer

Sigma Defense Systems is a leading technology company serving the Department of Defense (DoD), providing tactical communications systems and services for digital modernization since 2006. Through our acquisitions of SOLUTE in January 2022 and Sub U Systems in May 2022, we have expanded our software and communications hardware solutions to better support JADC2, C5ISR, SATCOM, and DEVSECOPS for customers in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force. Through a combination of hardware, software, and industry expertise, we provide a complete portfolio of solutions and services that accelerates information collection and sharing for faster decision making and better mission outcomes.

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We are seeking a Senior Network Cybersecurity Engineer who will provide cybersecurity support services and Risk Management Framework (RMF) subject matter expertise to the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Transport (AISR-T) program in accordance with DoD and USSOCOM policies and Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (SOF AT&L) Program Executive Office Command, Control, Computer and Communications (PEO-C4) directives, and regulations.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience as a cybersecurity professional working with products and tools related to network systems engineering, vulnerability assessments, or information systems risk management (DoD experience highly desired).
• Experienced in managing information systems under the DoD Risk Management Framework or the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework
• Experienced in the DoD vulnerability management process; and compliance standards such as DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and Security Requirements Guides (SRG), and Common Criteria/National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) Protection Profiles
• Experienced in project management (PMP certification desired)
• Proficient in the English language
• Detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an Information System (IS).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong interpersonal skills - team and customer-service oriented.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Strong organization, facilitation, and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize, and execute against multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Demonstrated research and analytical skills.
• Ability to generate recommendations based on rigorous analysis and logical arguments.
• Ability to produce thorough, exhaustive, and accurate A&A documentation.
• Ability to produce and present executive-level briefings to program leadership.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Ability to learn independently.
• Ability to process large amounts of data in order to extract and assimilate key points.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Experienced in cybersecurity compliance assessment tools and security information and event management data platforms: Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS); Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS); Host-Based Security System (HBSS); Xacta; Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS); Splunk; ArcSight.

Personnel Clearance Level:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity/Information Management desired.

Mandatory Certifications:

• DoDM 8570 IAM III-level certification (CISSP or equivalent).

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):

• Supports, as an Enterprise Information System Security Officer (ISSO), the USSOCOM AISR cybersecurity program, which encompasses multiple cybersecurity disciplines, including access control, training and awareness, personnel security, physical security, secure systems design, media protection, cryptographic protection, information system monitoring, incident response, network boundary protection, operations security, endpoint security, anti-tamper/supply chain risk management, software assurance, and anti-counterfeit practices.
• Manages, as a Security Control Assessor Representative (SCAR), all Assessment and Authorization (A&A) steps and activities for identifying, implementing, assessing, and managing AISR-T cybersecurity capabilities and services in accordance will DoD Instruction 8510.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information Technology (IT).

• Defines system-specific security control baselines by selecting and tailoring National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 security controls based on the Confidentiality-Integrity-Availability (C-I-A) impact levels of the information and information systems, and by applying any applicable overlays in accordance with Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253.
• Develops RMF Security Authorization Packages for review and approval by the cognizant Security Control Assessor (SCA) and Authorizing Official (AO) in order to obtain Interim Authorizations to Test (IATT), Authorizations to operate (ATO) and Authorizations to Connect (ATC) for Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance information systems, platforms, and networks.
• Processes, manages, and maintains all A&A documentation during the entire information system life cycle using the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) or equivalent dynamic online knowledge database used by the customer, to include the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and any supporting evidence and analysis.
• Performs continuous monitoring and addresses changes in threats, vulnerabilities, and predisposing conditions in the operational environment.
• Ensures that the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system (IS), working in close collaboration with the information system owner and the information system engineers.

• Serves as a principal advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of an IS.

• May be called upon to assist in the development of the security policies and procedures and to ensure compliance with those policies and procedures.
• Plays an active role in the monitoring of a system and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the security plan, manages and controls changes to the system, and assesses the security impact of those changes.
• Ensures systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of IAW security policies and procedures as outlined in the security authorization package.

• Attends required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties.
• Reports all security-related incidents to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
• Conducts periodic reviews of ISs to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
• Serves as a member of the Configuration Control Board.
• Coordinates any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the SCA and ISSM prior to the change.

• Formally notifies the ISSM and SCA when changes occur that might affect system authorization.
• Ensures all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
• Travels to CONUS and OCONUS sites to perform site assessments and attend technical exchange meetings, conferences, and working groups.
• Maintains required cybersecurity certifications.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include an HSA Plan and HRA Plan Which Features a $6,000 Health Reimbursement
• Life and A&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) with Carry-Over up to 240 hours
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary
• Flexible Schedule